At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the design and delivery of advanced defence systems with a focus on RF and communications.
- Company: Join CBS Butler, a leader in innovative defence solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development, and the chance to work on cutting-edge technology.
- Other info: Opportunity for SC clearance and growth in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in defence technology while leading multidisciplinary teams.
- Qualifications: Degree in Engineering or Physics and significant experience in RF systems.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
CBS Butler are looking for a Senior Systems Engineer with deep RF and communications expertise to lead the design and delivery of advanced defence systems. This role focuses on RF sensing, communications, and electronic warfare solutions, with responsibility for technical leadership across complex, multidisciplinary programmes.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as System Design Authority for RF-based systems across the full lifecycle
- Lead system architecture, requirements definition, and design trade-offs
- Provide technical leadership across RF, DSP, hardware, and software teams
- Drive development of RF communications, sensor, and electronic warfare capabilities
- Oversee integration, verification, and validation of complex RF systems
- Identify, manage, and mitigate technical risks across programmes
Required Experience
- Degree (or higher) in Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline
- Significant Systems Engineering experience in RF, communications, or radar domains
- Strong understanding of RF systems, antennas, propagation, and signal chains
- Experience delivering complex systems across the full engineering lifecycle
- Proven technical leadership and ability to operate as a design authority
- Background in defence, aerospace, or secure government environment
Desirable Skills
- Electronic Warfare experience (ES, EA, ECM, ESM)
- Experience with SDR, DSP, and RF signal processing
- Knowledge of radar systems, sensors, and PNT technologies
Due to the nature of this position, we require you to be willing and eligible to achieve a minimum of SC clearance.
Senior System Engineer in Romsey employer: CBSbutler
At CBS Butler, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration in the defence sector. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through continuous training opportunities and the chance to work on cutting-edge RF and communications projects, all while being part of a supportive team in a location that values both professional development and work-life balance.
