Graduate Microwave Engineer

Job Description

We are looking for talented, enthusiastic Science & Engineering Graduates, who enjoy solving complex problems, to work alongside some of the most talented people in the UK.

Join our dynamic team in designing advanced hardware systems for fast jets, UAVs, land, and naval platforms as part of our self-protection systems.

Our 18-Month Engineering Graduate Programme

Joining the Leonardo Graduate Scheme is the opportunity to grow your career in hardware design. You’ll start on a salary of £33,000, with a welcome bonus and a Temporary Accommodation Allowance for those moving more than 40 miles for the role.

You will be provided with a wealth of development opportunities in both virtual and applied working environments. On our programme you will engage with challenging and exciting project work and deliver innovative business or technical solutions as part of a team of subject matter experts. Throughout the programme you will receive coaching and support from your team to achieve your objectives as well as your personal development goals. We are committed to developing our graduates into leading technical or business professionals, and as such we will also support you through your preferred route for chartership.

At Leonardo we value individuals who continuously demonstrate a dedication to their personal development, and this is no different for our graduates. We have partnered with Coursera & LinkedIn online training platforms that offers around 4,000 courses you can sign up to, according to your professional and personal interests. Self-directed learning is actively supported.

As a Graduate Microwave Engineer you will

• Develop lifelong skills in microwave and RF design, working on frequencies up to 40GHz, with mentorship from world-class experts in the field
• Use state-of-the-art software tools to design products such as transmit/receive modules (TRMs) and up/down converters, as well as highly integrated RF and digital boards.
• Contribute to the design and development of key components in high-performance electronic warfare (EW) systems
• Test and assess designs in our well-equipped laboratories, ensuring robust performance in extreme environmental conditions for long-term use
• Contribute to technical reviews
  
  

Your role may even take you across the UK or abroad for technical reviews.

Key Responsibility Areas

• Design and develop innovative RF and microwave circuits and systems for electronic warfare applications, ensuring high performance and reliability
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration of RF components into larger systems
• Use simulation and modelling tools to optimise designs, ensuring compliance with system specifications and environmental standards
• Evaluate and test designs in laboratory environments, ensuring functionality and reliability in a range of operating conditions
• Prepare technical documentation and present findings to internal and external stakeholders
  
  

What We Need From You

We are looking for driven individuals passionate about microwave and RF design, who are ready to make an impact in developing the next generation of high-performance systems.

• Education Minimum of a 2 2 Bachelor’s, Integrated Master’s degree, or higher degree (MSc or PhD) in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Communications, or a related field
• Skills and interests Strong interest in microwave and RF design, with basic familiarity with design tools like CST, or similar being desirable but not required as training will be provided
• Problem-solving and collaboration Strong problem-solving abilities, with excellent communication skills and a desire to work collaboratively in a team. A proactive approach to learning new technologies is crucial
  
  

Please note that in order to apply for this opportunity you must be eligible for UK Security Clearance. Normally this is to the level of Security Check (typically known as “SC”) for our business which includes having a minimum of five years permanent residency in the UK.

Life at Leonardo

With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people.

• Flexible Working Flexible hours with possibility of some hybrid working.
• Company funded flexible benefits Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance)
• Holidays 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year
• Pension Award winning pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution)
• Wellbeing Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers)
• Lifestyle Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme
• Training Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera
• Referral Incentive You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member
  
  

At Leonardo, we are strongly committed to supporting all our people, and, as society and the environment we work in changes, our approach to Inclusion and Diversity continues to evolve and adapt to reflect this. A culture of inclusion goes on to create an environment for greater collaboration, innovation and opportunities to develop as an organisation. If you are willing and able to commit to giving your best performance, you will find Leonardo a very rewarding place to work!

Primary Location

GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300

Contract Type

Permanent

Hybrid Working

Hybrid