25 of 25 Permanent RF Engineer Jobs in the UK excluding London

RF Systems Engineer Satellite Communications up to 70K Hybrid working from Edinburgh (will offer relocation support) Will need to be eligible for SC Clearance We are currently working with an exciting satellite communications company who are looking for an RF Engineer to join their team. You will be responsible for specification of phased arrays … which will involve specification writing, system simulation and algorithm development Role: Create detailed system requirements based on customer requirements Make sure requirements meet all relevant regulatory standards Define RF system board layout floorplan and layout strategies Lead RF system integration and debug activity at board level Create algorithms for controlling RF blocks Collaborate with Digital hardware and … products that are heading into production Key words: RF, RF Engineer, RF Design Engineer, RF Systems Engineer, Radio Frequency engineer More ❯

RF Systems Engineer | Satellite Communications | up to 70K | Hybrid working from Edinburgh (will offer relocation support) Will need to be eligible for SC Clearance We are currently working with an exciting satellite communications company who are looking for an RF Engineer to join their team. You will be responsible for specification of phased arrays … which will involve specification writing, system simulation and algorithm development Role: Create detailed system requirements based on customer requirements Make sure requirements meet all relevant regulatory standards Define RF system board layout floorplan and layout strategies Lead RF system integration and debug activity at board level Create algorithms for controlling RF blocks Collaborate with Digital hardware and … products that are heading into production Key words: RF, RF Engineer, RF Design Engineer, RF Systems Engineer, Radio Frequency engineer More ❯

Senior RF Engineer - Telecommunications Location: Waterbeach, Cambridgeshire An excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior RF Engineer to join a leading UK-based developer of high-reliability TETRA and LTE radio terminals. This is a hands-on role, contributing to RF design and development projects while ensuring seamless integration with other subsystems and high … standards of technical performance. This role is ideal for a technically proficient individual with extensive RF electronics experience, who is confident working across departments and with internal teams to deliver high-quality solutions. Main Responsibilities of the Senior RF Engineer based in Waterbeach, Cambridgeshire: Design and specify RF circuitry for radio terminal products Complete subsystem … requirements analysis Resolve design and integration issues and support type approval Conduct performance testing and optimisations to meet specified criteria Collaborate with baseband, software, and audio teams to integrate RF solutions into broader projects Create detailed technical documentation, including design reports, test plans, and performance assessments Manage multiple projects simultaneously and effectively allocate resources Perform hands-on work with More ❯

Platform Mobile RF Engineer - Telecommunications Location: Waterbeach, Cambridgeshire An excellent opportunity for an experienced Platform Mobile RF Engineer to join a leading UK-based developer of high-reliability TETRA and LTE radio terminals. This hands-on role will involve designing, implementing, and verifying mobile RF platforms, contributing to advanced technology prototypes, and ensuring … architectural integrity in line with product roadmaps. This role is ideal for a technically strong individual with proven mobile RF design experience, who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and can manage multiple tasks effectively. Main Responsibilities of the Platform Mobile RF Engineer based in Waterbeach, Cambridgeshire: Evaluate architectural and system impacts of new product … designs from a mobile RF perspective Work closely with system, digital baseband, and software engineers to define balanced product architectures Bring hardware architectures to life in functional Advanced Technology Group prototypes Ensure architectural integrity of hardware solutions aligned with technology roadmaps Design and bring up mobile RF platforms from concept to functional prototypes Define, implement, and supervise PCB More ❯

Principal RF Engineer As the selected Principal RF Engineer , your role will be split between designing RF systems at component level, and providing technical leadership for the development of projects. The right candidate will have a solid background in RF design, experience of taking a leading role on engineering projects and be … an excellent communicator. The role is an 80/20 split in favour of design to leadership. Responsibilities for the role of Principal RF Engineer will include: Designing and developing RF systems at the component level. Conducting performance tests and optimizations to meet specified performance criteria. Leading integration and prototyping efforts to ensure seamless integration of … sub-systems with larger systems or components. Review projects progress, set priorities, and address challenges. Conduct design reviews to ensure RF systems meet performance standards and regulatory requirements. Collaborate with baseband, software, and audio teams to integrate RF solutions into broader projects. Assist mentors providing guidance and support on technical issues. Engage in project management activities, such as More ❯

RF Design Engineer Salary and Package Negotiable + End-to-End Product Lifecycle Autonomy + Relocation Package Available + Company Car + Company Pension + Benefits + Discretionary Bonus Office Based, Commutable from Ross-On-Wye, Hereford, Ledbury, Newent, Cinderford, Monmouth surrounding areas Are you a Senior RF Design Engineer, Microwave Design Engineer, RF/Microwave/Subsystem Specialist or an RF R+D Engineer looking for a dynamic and technically diverse position, working for an innovative global market leading business offering the chance to have technical control over RF based projects and new and existing product development? This is a fantastic opportunity within an autonomous role … in which you will be seen as the technical expert in end to end development projects for state of the art electronic RF, Microwave and subsystem products within a market leading company that has a drive for technical excellence and quality, as well as an outstanding reputation for product quality and working environment. This company is a global multinational More ❯

RF Design Engineer Salary and Package Negotiable + End-to-End Product Lifecycle Autonomy + Relocation Package Available + Company Car + Company Pension + Benefits + Discretionary Bonus Office Based, Commutable from Ross-On-Wye, Hereford, Ledbury, Newent, Cinderford, Monmouth surrounding areas Are you a Senior RF Design Engineer, Microwave Design Engineer, RF/Microwave/Subsystem Specialist or an RF R+D Engineer looking for a dynamic and technically diverse position, working for an innovative global market leading business offering the chance to have technical control over RF based projects and new and existing product development? This is a fantastic opportunity within an autonomous role … in which you will be seen as the technical expert in end to end development projects for state of the art electronic RF, Microwave and subsystem products within a market leading company that has a drive for technical excellence and quality, as well as an outstanding reputation for product quality and working environment. This company is a global multinational More ❯

Two Way Radio Systems Engineer (RF) Northfleet £40,000 to £55,000 Basic Salary + Company Van + Profit Share Bonus + Benefits A two way radio systems engineer is needed to join a small, stable and growing company that specialise in consultative, specialist system design. This interesting and varied role will involve visiting customers … the best system from a variety of manufacturer equipment, installing and then maintaining and repairing any faults with the system. The role will suit experienced radio systems engineers with RF knowledge looking for a challenging role. You will be a big part of the success of a smaller business. The company invest in their staff and offer excellent training … including external manufacturer training. Knowledge of Motorola and Hytera would be an advantage. The Two Way Radio Systems Engineer (RF) Role: Design and develop appropriate two way radio systems for customers. Survey customer sites to establish radio coverage using different options to meet their needs. Identify Faults and perform 1st line bench repairs. Maintain thorough documentation of More ❯

RF Engineer HPCareers are now recruiting for a qualified and experienced RF Engineer to join an existing team (opportunities include both Contractor and Perm roles). You will assist with the RF converter design and integration for one of our programs. Main responsibilities Assist with the RF converter design and integration in … meet the product requirement Required Skills Extensive experience in the development of microwave components and subsystems or systems for Aerospace, defence or space products Design analysis and development of RF frequency converters & Amplifiers in frequency range DC-2GHz (min) Detailed knowledge of spurious analysis, linearity and frequency response Design for manufacture & cost to a high level Experience of software More ❯

RF Design Engineer County Durham Salary £DOE Jackson Hogg is delighted to be working with a leading technology business which specialises in the design and manufacture of high-performance RF, microwave, components and systems for defence and space applications. They are now looking to bring an experienced RF Design Engineer to work on … their exciting projects. RF Design Engineer Key Responsibilities: Full responsibility for the design and development of RF/mmW sub-circuits, sub-modules and systems within telecommunications and defence products. Detailed RF specification, design, simulation, and realisation. System line-up analysis. Thermal, MTBF and component derating analysis and reporting in line with company/customer … matrix, referencing robust evidence of compliance data for assigned designs. Problem-solving and fault diagnosis of manufactured products during product introduction – including definition and train-out of diagnostic procedures. RF Design Engineer Key Requirements: Relevant Degree (or equivalent), preferably RF/Communications Engineering. Experience using RF design tools such as Microwave Office, CST, EMPro and More ❯

RF Engineer HPCareers are now recruiting for a qualified and experienced RF Engineer to join an existing team (opportunities include both Contractor and Perm roles). You will assist with the RF converter design and integration for one of our programs. Main responsibilities Assist with the RF converter design and integration in More ❯

is to enable our customers to make the world safer, more secure and better connected. We are a world leader in the design, manufacture and support of radio frequency (RF) technology. With unrivalled RF & microwave application knowledge we have experience of creating innovative solutions for the most challenging applications. What you'll be involved in: Teledyne Microwave UK … have an exciting opportunity for either: an experienced RF Engineer or an experienced Engineer in an electronics design field willing to train as an RF Engineer This key individual will join their Engineering Team to design RF Circuits and Systems. Teledyne design and build leading edge RF technology from simple … amplitude measurement and LNAs through to complete systems ranging from 500MHz to 40GHz. You will be responsible for the design of custom RF components and systems as part of a multi-disciplinary team from concept through to production transfer. You will also drive research into new enabling technologies for the Teledyne Microwave UK Roadmap which you will help to More ❯

RF Design Engineer Salary and Package Negotiable + End-to-End Product Lifecycle Autonomy + Relocation Package Available + Company Car + Company Pension + Benefits + Discretionary Bonus Office Based, Commutable from Ross-On-Wye, Hereford, Ledbury, Newent, Cinderford, Monmouth surrounding areas Are you a Senior RF Design Engineer, Microwave Design Engineer, RF/Microwave/Subsystem Specialist or an RF click apply for full job details More ❯

I'm recruiting for a telecommunications and defence company in Gloucester who are looking for a Senior RF Engineer. The work involves development of RF circuitry in Microwave Office/Altium up to 6GHz for power amplifiers. Any knowledge of high-speed/high-power switching, power amplifiers or filtering is beneficial. ROLE: Senior RF Engineer LOCATION: Gloucester SALARY: up to £90,000 Essential skills for the Senior RF Engineer are: RF design up to 6GHz Microwave office/Altium proficiency Power amplifiers, high-speed/high-power switching Ability for basic UK clearance (UK or NATO passport) Beneficial skills: LabView The work is on-site in Gloucester. A generous More ❯

RF Design Engineer Bristol £45,000-55,000 A world leading designer and manufacturer of RF amplifiers are looking to expand their team with skilled and adventurous engineers. A new position has arisen for an experienced RF Design Engineer to join and spearhead the future of the companies NPD. Key Responsibilities: Leadership and … Mentorship: Lead RF design projects from concept toproduction. Advanced Design and Development: Design complex RF and microwave circuits, including amplifiers (essential) Develop innovative solutions to meet challenging performance requirements. Design Power Supplies to drive the RF chain from a single voltage source (essential). System Integration: Oversee the integration of RF components into larger systems, ensuring … performance. Simulation and Modeling: Utilise advanced simulation tools (e.g., CST, Predict performance and address potential issues during the design phase. Prototyping and Testing: Lead the prototyping and testing of RF components and designs. Technical Documentation: Prepare comprehensive technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans, reports, and user manuals. Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to achieve More ❯

RF Electronics Engineer Porton Down, Salisbury -Permanent On-site £40000 - £60000 25 days annual leave inclusive of up to 3 days Christmas shutdown Buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave Annual Wellbeing allowance Two pension schemes to choose from Private Medical Insurance + discounts for additional family members Life Assurance scheme up to 4 x … Salisbury, working on key state-of-the-art research, development and delivery projects, led by our technical customer, Dstl. The primary role is to support test and development of RF Receiver hardware in various environments including laboratory, ground-based field trials, airborne trials and synthetic environment testing. This will require using a range of different RF equipment to … cover direct inject testing, free-space testing and chamber testing, including field trials of RF receiver equipment in the UK and abroad. The role will require technical autonomy, liaising with military stakeholders, academia, industry and international partners, to assess the performance of receiver hardware, developing improvements, and providing advice. A secondary focus will be on implementation and testing of More ❯

and secure systemsour client offers the opportunity to work on innovative projects at the forefront of connectivity. They are expanding their systems engineering team and are seeking an experienced RF Systems Engineer to lead and support the architecture, integration, and validation of complex RF-based systems. Role Overview: As an RF Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for defining and developing end-to-end RF and communications system solutions, bridging the gap between hardware, software, and systems integration. You will work with multidisciplinary teams to ensure that the RF performance meets demanding requirements across a variety of challenging environments. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with hardware and software teams to ensure … experience of the full product development lifecycle Excellent knowledge of communications systems equipment specification, design or test Understanding of a wide range of network technologies Proven experience in an RF focussed design engineering position Understanding of VHF/UHF communications, Navigation and Surveillance Systems Ability to break down requirements to functional use cases Desirable Qualifications: Degree in Electronics, RF More ❯

and secure systemsour client offers the opportunity to work on innovative projects at the forefront of connectivity. They are expanding their systems engineering team and are seeking an experienced RF Systems Engineer to lead and support the architecture, integration, and validation of complex RF-based systems. Role Overview: As an RF Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for defining and developing end-to-end RF and communications system solutions, bridging the gap between hardware, software, and systems integration. You will work with multidisciplinary teams to ensure that the RF performance meets demanding requirements across a variety of challenging environments. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with hardware and software teams to ensure … experience of the full product development lifecycle Excellent knowledge of communications systems equipment specification, design or test Understanding of a wide range of network technologies Proven experience in an RF focussed design engineering position Understanding of VHF/UHF communications, Navigation and Surveillance Systems Ability to break down requirements to functional use cases Desirable Qualifications: Degree in Electronics, RF More ❯

RF Systems and Product Test Engineer - Automotive Sector Remote-based (with regular visits to West Drayton, Middlesex) Our client is the UK’s leading provider of Stolen Vehicle Recovery (SVR) services, with additional strength in fleet and insurance telematics. They stand apart from competitors thanks to two truly unique capabilities: proprietary VHF technology and a formal partnership … directly support investigations and help dismantle organised criminal networks. In 2025 alone they helped shut down over 60 illegal "chop shops." The Role: We are looking for an experienced RF Systems and Product Test Engineer, ideally from an automotive background, to take ownership of testing, analysing, and optimising RF-based systems and products. You will develop … regular travel to our warehouse in West Drayton (Middlesex) to carry out hands-on testing. What you’ll do: Build and test prototype equipment, measure performance, troubleshoot, and optimise RF systems and products. Ensure compliance with industry and regulatory standards for emissions and safety. Develop test plans, diagnostic procedures, and detailed reports based on product specs and business needs. More ❯

at all points in their careers. About the Team The Aerospace Defense Custom Systems (ADCS) team at Keysight has been growing steadily for over a decade, delivering cutting-edge RF and test system solutions tailored to the unique needs of aerospace and defense clients. ADCS combines world-class engineering expertise with a business-first mindset to deliver custom, high … impact solutions to some of the most challenging and rewarding sectors in the world. About the Role We are seeking a sales-oriented Senior RF Engineer to join our Business Development team. You will play a pivotal role in supporting and expanding ADCS's customer base by helping translate complex technical concepts into winning proposals and integrated … solutions. As a Senior RF Solutions Business Development Engineer, you will collaborate with engineers, account managers, and clients throughout the sales cycle - from opportunity identification to project delivery - and directly influence business growth. Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Identify high-potential customers and opportunities by collaborating with account managers and application engineers. Engage with customers to understand business, project More ❯

Big on RF design? Ready for a role where your ideas actually matter and will shape product development? Keen to work on diverse projects with real innovation? We are looking for a hands-on RF Design Engineer to join an innovative tech company near Cambridge. On a day to day basis you will be involved in … Designing, developing, and optimising RF systems at component level Leading integration, testing, and solving complex technical challenges Collaborating across hardware, software, and audio teams Creating detailed technical documentation, including design reports, test plans, and performance assessments What do we need from you? Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field. Extensive experience in RF design and development, ideally within the telecommunications industry. Comprehensive knowledge of RF systems and technologies, including design, simulation, and testing. Proven hands-on design experience & component selection Experience with simulation tools (ADS, CST) and hands-on PCB work Strong time management and communication skills, with a history of delivering projects or tasks on time and with high quality. More ❯

RF Systems and Product Test Engineer - Automotive Sector Remote-based (with regular visits to West Drayton, Middlesex) Our client is the UK s leading provider of Stolen Vehicle Recovery (SVR) services, with additional strength in fleet and insurance telematics. They stand apart from competitors thanks to two truly unique capabilities: proprietary VHF technology and a formal partnership … directly support investigations and help dismantle organised criminal networks. In 2025 alone they helped shut down over 60 illegal "chop shops." The Role: We are looking for an experienced RF Systems and Product Test Engineer, ideally from an automotive background, to take ownership of testing, analysing, and optimising RF-based systems and products. You will develop … regular travel to our warehouse in West Drayton (Middlesex) to carry out hands-on testing. What you ll do: Build and test prototype equipment, measure performance, troubleshoot, and optimise RF systems and products. Ensure compliance with industry and regulatory standards for emissions and safety. Develop test plans, diagnostic procedures, and detailed reports based on product specs and business needs. More ❯

prepare for our maiden satellite mission, we are in a critical growth phase. Our roles will often require extended hours and are not typical 9-to-6 positions. Responsibilities RF System Design & Integration: Own the end-to-end design of the satellite's RF systems, including both transmit and receive chains for telemetry, tracking, control (TT&C), and … payload communication links. Link Budget Analysis: Develop and maintain detailed RF link budgets for all mission phases and orbital regimes, including low and ultra-low Earth orbits. Antenna Selection & Development: Design, simulate, or select antennas suitable for small satellite platforms, balancing performance, size, and thermal constraints. Testing & Validation: Lead testing campaigns including RF compatibility tests, over-the-air … validation, and pre-flight functional verification of RF subsystems. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with the systems, avionics, thermal, and mechanical teams to ensure RF systems are robustly integrated within the satellite architecture. Fundamental Requirements Educational Background: Advanced degree (MSc, MEng, or PhD) in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field, with a focus on RF More ❯

and are MBDA's Missile test track. We design complex, real-time simulations that surround real missile hardware to allow us to ‘fire missiles indoors'. As a HWIL RF engineer, you will be responsible for designing and developing and maintaining new and existing RF equipment and working with multi-disciplinary teams to combine RF … system integration Hardware/Software design requirements System design for real-time applications Familiarity with Linux operating system Familiarity with computer science (C++ an advantage) Integration of microcontrollers into RF hardware (e.g. Raspberry Pi) Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are More ❯

latest DMR and Tetra test sets to ensure even the latest equipment can be repaired to component level. With continued expansion they are now seeking a Field Radio Engineer to join this thriving business. The Role You will be working within the dedicated engineering team and be personally responsible for providing bespoke technical solutions for customers and SME … of new products Involved in providing Technical Support to the communication systems in major contracts Skills and Experience: 2+ years experience from within either military or commercial Radio communication RF propagation experience. Strong IT experience specifically: database management & networking topologies & TCP/IP & DMR/PMR software applications. Must either be currently SC (security cleared) or held previously and … able to refresh without any issues. Experience in fault finding across a multitude of telecommunication platforms. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. RF fault diagnostics. Broader technical skills, specifically in the design of bespoke solutions Desired: Knowledge of PMR programming software Tait, Simoco, Motorola, Kenwood, ICOM and Hytera Trunk Radio (MPT1327) database management COTS radio repair down More ❯