Principal Antenna Engineer

The Role

You will design and develop cutting edge antenna designs, lead customer queries and support the Chief RF Engineer in delivering project and product excellence, innovation and process management alongside the mentoring of junior engineers. You will use CST Microwave Studio and associated EM tools alongside Microsoft Dynamics 365 (Project Operations/Planner) to support CRM and ERP activity, scheduling, governance and dashboard reporting.

Please note this role is subject to successful completion of SC clearance prior to commencement. Please review our Security Clearance Guidance for Applicants before applying.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and Development
• Leading Customer Queries
• Deputising for the Chief RF Engineer
• Test and Verification
• Product Assurance and Compliance
• Mentoring and Team Development
• Cross-Functional Collaboration

Key Skills & Experience

• Degree-qualified in RF, Microwave, Electronic Engineering, Physics, or a closely related discipline
• Significant industrial experience in RF and antenna engineering, with a strong track record of delivering products or technical solutions from concept through to test and verification
• Strong understanding of electromagnetic theory, antenna principles, transmission lines, impedance matching, and RF measurement techniques
• Practical experience using CST Microwave Studio or equivalent EM simulation tools for antenna modelling, optimisation, and analysis
• Hands-on experience of antenna and RF test and verification activities, including use of VNAs and antenna or chamber-based measurements
• Experience of producing clear technical documentation, reports, and design records to support reviews, verification, and product lifecycle governance
• Proven ability to respond to complex technical queries and communicate clearly with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
• Experience working across cross-functional engineering teams, including mechanical, quality, manufacturing, commercial, and project functions
• Strong problem-solving skills, sound engineering judgement, and the ability to work with a high degree of autonomy
• Experience supporting or mentoring other engineers and providing technical guidance within a team environment

Why Join Us

• Ownership of genuinely interesting, technically demanding programmes
• A chance to shape how exceptional delivery is achieved, not just executing tasks
• Close partnership with senior leadership
• Working within a business with ambition, credibility and a strong team culture