RF Engineer

RF Engineer – Bath (On site)

Salary: £50,000-£90,000. Hiring at all levels – Junior/Mid/Senior.

We are partnering with a leading communications and technology organisation to appoint an RF Engineer to support a portfolio of critical UK programmes. The role is based in Bath and requires eligibility for SC clearance. Dual citizenship is accepted.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead antenna and RF engineering activities across multiple UK programmes.
• Support requirements capture, analysis, and systems engineering deliverables.
• Review technical designs and ensure compliance with customer, programme, and industry requirements.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure technical compliance and successful delivery.
• Support installation, testing, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance activities.
• Identify technical risks and develop practical mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering, operations, and programme teams.
• Provide technical expertise and support customer‑facing discussions where required.

Experience Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 7 years’ experience within engineering, defence, telecommunications, or SATCOM environments.
• Strong understanding of RF engineering principles and satellite communications systems.
• Experience with ground‑station equipment including converters, amplifiers, receivers, and antenna systems.
• Experience delivering systems engineering activities on large‑scale or complex projects.
• Understanding of technical compliance, engineering governance, and regulated environments.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Eligible to obtain or currently hold UK Security Clearance.

Desirable Experience

• Knowledge of ISO standards, DEFCONs, DEFSTANs, and JSPs.
• Experience using requirements and document management tools such as DOORS and Azure DevOps.
• Experience working within defence, government, or critical infrastructure projects.
• Ability to lead technical discussions across multidisciplinary teams and manage competing priorities.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £50,000-£90,000.
• Pension.
• 25 Days Holiday.
• Healthcare.
• Additional Employee Benefits.
• Hiring at all levels – Junior/Mid/Senior.

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