At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and test cutting-edge RF/Microwave circuitry for advanced airborne radar systems.
- Company: Join a leading engineering firm known for innovation and collaboration.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and the chance to work on impactful projects.
- Other info: Opportunity to supervise and mentor junior engineers in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that engineers a brighter future through technology and innovation.
- Qualifications: Honours or Masters in Electronic Engineering with RF/Microwave design expertise.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Quest Global is an organisation at the forefront of innovation and one of the world's fastest growing engineering services firms with deep domain knowledge and recognised expertise in the top OEMs across seven industries. We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible, possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers.
The Senior RF/ Microwave engineers would be responsible for design, commissioning and test of RF/ Microwave circuitry on complex systems for airborne Radar products. The successful candidate may be required to supervise other less experienced RF / Microwave engineers working on the same project.
Job Responsibilities:
- Creating high-quality and robust RF/ Microwave circuit designs
- Documenting and recording deliverables
- Supporting integration & verification activities at hardware and system level
- Keeping designs under configuration control
- Providing progress reports
Work Experience:
- Essential Microwave PCB materials & design techniques
- Microwave Sub-System design
- Knowledge of microwave power amplifier design & technology
- Design of complex microwave switch matrix
- Application of microwave GaAs/ GaN MMICs
- Design of complex passive microwave structures
- S-parameter manipulation
- EM 3D and 2D simulation techniques
- Non-linear circuit simulation and modelling
- Matching network design
- Microwave component selection
- Understanding of Radar / RF Systems, including experience of Frequency synthesizer design, Receiver architectures and design, General RF and Microwave PCB-level design with COTS active & passive components
- Proficient in one or more of the following RF / Microwave design tools: AWR Microwave office, CST Microwave studio, Keysight (Agilent) ADS, or AWR Visual System Simulator
Desirable:
- Relevant experience in the Aerospace/ Defence industry or on other complex/ high-reliability systems
- Previous experience of designing DDS, PLL, DAC, ADC circuits, high dynamic range / low-noise design & minimising phase noise
- Experience of hardware requirements capture, requirements management tools and formal verification of hardware requirements
- Experience of supervising other RF/ Microwave engineers, planning and managing work for yourself and a small team
Qualifications:
- Honours or Masters degree in Electronic Engineering or a related STEM subject, with specialisation in RF/ Microwave circuit design
- UK citizenship is mandatory to be able to clear the background checks and obtain SC clearance
- Current valid SC clearance would be an advantage
Senior RF Microwave Engineer in London employer: Quest Global Engineering Limited
Quest Global is an exceptional employer that fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration, making it an ideal place for Senior RF Microwave Engineers to thrive. With a commitment to employee growth and development, the company offers opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects in the aerospace and defence sectors, while also promoting a supportive environment where every team member's contributions are valued. Located in a dynamic industry hub, Quest Global provides access to a network of leading OEMs and the chance to be part of a diverse team dedicated to engineering a brighter future.
Contact Details:
Quest Global Engineering Limited Recruitment Team
