Principal Systems Engineer - RF / SATCOMS in Hereford

Principal Systems Engineer – RF / Satellite Communications

Location: Hereford, Herefordshire (Hybrid – 3 days onsite)

A well-established UK engineering organisation operating at the forefront of satellite communications and RF systems are looking to appoint a Principal Systems Engineer to take ownership of complex products used in critical RF / SatCom infrastructure worldwide.

This role suited to someone who thrives on technical ownership, systems thinking, and cross-disciplinary leadership rather than narrow specialism.

The Role

As a Senior Systems Engineer, you’ll act as the technical glue across engineering disciplines, owning system-level intent from early requirements through design, integration, validation, and release. You’ll work closely with RF, electronics, mechanical, and software teams to ensure robust, high-quality system delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and manage system and product requirements, translating stakeholder needs into clear engineering intent
• Lead system architecture and integration across RF, electronics, mechanical, and software domains
• Drive design reviews and technical decision-making at product and system level
• Support hardware / software integration, system bring-up, and validation testing
• Identify and manage technical risk throughout the product lifecycle
• Produce and maintain high-level system documentation, block diagrams, and connectivity definitions

What We’re Looking For

• Strong senior-level experience in systems or product engineering within satellite communications, RF systems, or complex electronics
• Proven ability to work across full product lifecycles in a structured engineering environment
• Broad technical understanding spanning RF, electronics, mechanical, and embedded/software systems
• Confident communicator who can influence across engineering teams and stakeholders