At a Glance
- Tasks: Analyse RF signatures and support critical defence projects with cutting-edge technology.
- Company: Join a leading defence organisation committed to innovation and collaboration.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, generous leave, and comprehensive health benefits.
- Other info: Work in a friendly, inclusive workplace with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in defence while developing your skills in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: STEM degree and experience in RF analysis or computational electromagnetics required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Benefits
- Salary £45,000 - £55,000 DOE
- 25 days annual leave (inclusive of up to 3 days December shut‑down)
- Buy or sell up to 5 days’ annual leave
- Two pension schemes to choose from
- Private Medical & Dental Insurance + discounts for additional family members
- Life Assurance scheme up to 4 × salary
- Multiple Save schemes
- Electric/Hybrid Car leasing scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Retail discounts
- Continuous Professional Development support
- Annual Wellness Allowance
We're looking for an RF Signature Analyst to join the team, supporting RF and electromagnetic signature analysis (Including RCS), computational modelling and data analysis across some of the UK's most challenging defence programmes. You’ll assess electromagnetic signatures of advanced air systems, providing technical insight to support critical defence capability decisions.
Location
This is a full‑time on‑site role at Dstl Portsdown West, Fareham, where you'll work closely with customers and technical specialists in a highly collaborative environment.
How you'll support us
- Assess RF signatures using computational modelling and simulation techniques
- Modify and prepare CAD models for electromagnetic analysis
- Run simulations and analyse results to support technical assessments
- Investigate target configurations, materials and signature characteristics
- Produce technical reports and customer‑facing documentation
- Work closely with Dstl analysts and MOD stakeholders to deliver evidence‑based recommendations
Essential experience
- An understanding of radar cross section (RCS) assessment, reduction or design
- Experience in computational electromagnetics and/or RF free‑space measurements, (e.g. RCS, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), antenna testing, or similar)
- Data analysis and interpretation of complex datasets
- Experience using CAD software such as SolidWorks or RhinoCAD
- STEM degree
It would be great if you also have
- Understanding of Linux environments and High‑Performance Computing (HPC) systems, including Slurm
- Understanding of advanced combat air, weapons or UAS (Uncrewed Air Systems) capabilities
- Experience within the defence sector and/or an understanding of survivability concepts and threat detection, tracking and engagement
Our non‑negotiables
- Due to the highly secure nature of the projects that you will be involved with, you must be a UK National and eligible to work in the UK
- Eligible to obtain and maintain a UK Government Security Check (SC) level security clearance
MASS is an equal opportunities employer; we know that our people are smart, skilled and motivated and in return we provide a friendly workplace where everyone is valued and has the chance to make an impact.
