RF Design Engineer

Overview

As an RF Designer at MBDA, you will design, test and refine radio-frequency circuits for cutting-edge defence systems. You will work closely with a cross-functional team to prototype and modify boards for harsh environments, aiming to deliver reliable RF solutions for military platforms. The role blends hands-on lab work with design analysis, leveraging your practical experience to prove concepts in our on-site facilities. This is a chance to contribute to high-impact weapons technology within a collaborative, flexible environment.

Pay / Benefits

• up to 2,500 company bonus
• pension up to 14% employer/employee
• overtime opportunities
• flexi leave up to 15 days
• flexible working arrangements
• enhanced parental leave up to 26 weeks

Responsibilities

• Practical RF circuit design and testing across wide frequency ranges (30 MHz–30 GHz)
• Prototype modifications and rapid iterations for boards and subsystems
• Conduct design proving tests and trials in the on-site laboratory
• Use RF test equipment (Spectrum Analyzers, Power Meters, VNAs) to verify performance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate RF designs into complex systems
• Ensure designs meet EMC, vibration and thermal requirements
• Layout and design for manufacture and test using RF design tools (e.g., Microwave Office)
• Communicate findings, issues and outcomes clearly to team and customers

Key requirements

• Proven practical RF (component-level) design and testing experience
• Harsh-environment RF design experience (EMC, vibration, thermal)
• Hands-on testing and debugging, soldering skills
• Experience with RF test equipment (Spectrum Analyzers, Power Meters, VNAs)
• Knowledge of digital, analogue and power supply design
• Experience using RF design tools (e.g., Microwave Office) including layout
• Manufacturability and testability-minded design approach
• Strong communication and presentation skills

• team player
• initiative
• clear communication
• RF circuit design (LNA, High Power Amplifier, filters, LO, synthesiser, modulator)
• broad frequency range 30 MHz–30 GHz
• EMC, vibration, thermal design considerations

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