RF Engineer

A leading UK defence organisation and trusted partner to the Ministry of Defence is seeking a Principal RF Engineer to join its high-performing Hardware-in-the-Loop team. This role offers hands‑on access to world‑class equipment within an 80% onsite, collaborative environment. Working alongside industry experts, you'll contribute to advanced real-time simulations that enable full-system missile testing in a controlled setting—delivering some of the most sophisticated engineering challenges in the sector.

• As an HWIL RF Engineer, you will play a key role in the design, development, and sustainment of both new and existing RF systems. Working within a multi‑disciplinary environment, you will collaborate closely with RF, electronics, and software engineering teams to deliver innovative capabilities that enable advanced HWIL simulation and testing.
• You will demonstrate strong adaptability across complex engineering challenges, with the ability to interpret and abstract detailed technical information to gain a clear understanding of simulation environments and missile system behaviour.

• Demonstrates broad engineering expertise, with specialist capability across key technical disciplines, including:
• Radio Frequency (RF) design, development, and testing
• System‑level performance analysis and optimisation
• Interface troubleshooting, debugging, and end‑to‑end system integration
• Definition and management of hardware and software design requirements
• Design and delivery of real‑time system architectures
• Working knowledge of Linux‑based operating systems
• Strong foundation in computer science principles, with C++ experience advantageous
• Integration of microcontrollers within RF hardware environments (e.g. Raspberry Pi)

Upon submission of your application, should it meet our selection criteria, you will be contacted via e‑mail by one of our talent acquisition specialists to arrange a screening call. This telephone chat is structured to explore a series of questions aimed at matching your competencies and capabilities to the specific demands of the position. Please note, this screening is contingent upon the initial success of your application.

Security Clearance:
British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by our clients Security Team.

Our client's relationship with the UK military spans back over 70 years. They have delivered countless landmarks in defence engineering, supplying vital defence capability to meet the needs of the armed forces over land, sea, and air.

This role is based at their headquarters in Stevenage which plays a key part in missiles operations. The site also offers excellent transportation links and boasts an onsite gym and coffee shop.

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