Tubes Engineer – Travelling Wave

Company: Octagon Group
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Location: Hayes
Job Description:

Tubes Engineer – Travelling Wave job in Middlesex

A leading advanced engineering organisation is seeking an experienced Tubes Engineer – Travelling Wave to join their team in Middlesex. This is a highly technical opportunity for a Tubes Engineer – Travelling Wave to work on cutting edge microwave and high power electronic systems in a collaborative environment based in Middlesex.

This Tubes Engineer – Travelling Wave role in Middlesex will also support new product introduction, act as a technical authority across key product lines, and provide engineering input during bid and customer engagement processes. The Tubes Engineer – Travelling Wave will be instrumental in driving innovation and continuous improvement across engineering practices in Middlesex.

Role Responsibilities

  • Design and develop high performance TWT systems to meet cost, quality, and timeline requirements
  • Support feasibility studies, concept development, and bid stage technical input
  • Develop mechanical designs aligned with DFMA principles for efficient manufacturing
  • Ensure designs withstand environmental factors such as heat, vibration, and shock
  • Support transition from design into production, ensuring manufacturability and repeatability
  • Analyse product yield and drive root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives

Required Experience

  • Strong experience in TWT or similar high power RF / microwave tube design
  • Knowledge of electrical and RF testing methods
  • Experience designing for manufacture and assembly within complex engineering environments
  • Understanding of materials and processes within vacuum technology systems
  • Experience working within production and manufacturing environments

The ideal Tubes Engineer – Travelling Wave in Middlesex will be organised, results driven, and capable of working across multidisciplinary teams. Strong communication skills and a proactive approach are essential for success in this Tubes Engineer – Travelling Wave role in Middlesex.

Posted: July 1st, 2026