Principal Antenna Engineer

Overview

As Principal Antenna Engineer, you will lead the development of high‑reliability antenna and RF products from concept to manufacture, working closely with the Chief RF Engineer. You will provide technical leadership on complex programmes and act as deputy design authority when needed. The role combines hands‑on engineering with strategic governance, shaping engineering standards and mentoring the next generation of engineers. You’ll engage with customers, drive design optimisation, and ensure compliance and qualification activities align with customer and regulatory requirements.

Pay / Benefits

• 26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional annual leave based on length of service
• Company pension
• Company sick pay
• Life assurance
• Profit share scheme

Responsibilities

• Lead antenna and RF product development from concept to production
• Perform electromagnetic modelling and simulations (CST Microwave Studio or equivalent)
• Provide technical leadership across complex projects
• Act as deputy to the Chief RF Engineer and delegated design authority
• Translate customer requirements into manufacturable solutions
• Lead technical discussions with customers and support bids/proposals
• Plan and oversee RF/antenna testing, validation and performance verification
• Ensure compliance with customer, regulatory and internal requirements
• Resolve complex technical issues across the product lifecycle
• Support qualification testing, compliance, and product assurance activities
• Improve engineering processes, design standards, and governance
• Mentor engineers and share knowledge across the department
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure deliverability

Key requirements

• Degree in RF, microwave, electronic engineering, physics or related discipline
• Significant industrial RF/antenna engineering experience
• Strong knowledge of electromagnetic theory, antenna design and RF measurement techniques
• Experience using CST Microwave Studio or equivalent
• Hands‑on RF testing, verification and validation experience
• Experience developing antenna/RF products from concept to manufacture
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Experience working with customers and handling complex technical requirements
• Previous mentoring or technical leadership experience
• Effective communication with technical and non‑technical stakeholders
• Willingness to travel UK/international
• Eligibility to obtain UK Security Clearance at SC level

• Strong communication and stakeholder management
• Leadership and mentoring abilities
• Analytical and problem‑solving mindset
• CST Microwave Studio or equivalent EM simulation
• Electromagnetic theory and antenna design knowledge
• RF measurement techniques and testing

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