Electromagnetics Engineer in Cheshire, Mere

hackajob is collaborating with Raytheon to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Raytheon UK is searching for an Electromagnetic Engineer to join our OMNIA® Training team. As Electromagnetic Engineer, you’ll work in a matrix organisation and report operationally through OMNIA Training and functionally through the Global Networks Lead. Ultimately, you’ll work for the British Army, championing innovation, and helping shape the future of military collective training.

The Electromagnetic Engineer role requires a customer first mindset, strong stakeholder engagement skills, and the ability to work in a multidisciplinary engineering team in a complex and evolving environment. OMNIA are redefining the British Army’s collective training. You must be eligible and willing to obtain SC clearance and will be based at Warminster working in a hybrid style.

• Ensure compliance with electromagnetic standards including Defence Standard 59-411 and MOD spectrum governance processes.
• Manage electromagnetic spectrum planning, allocation, and coordination for systems operating within training and operational environments.
• Liaise with MOD authorities and regulatory bodies, including the Defence Electromagnetic Activity, to obtain spectrum allocations and approvals.
• Conduct electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and electromagnetic interference (EMI) assessments to minimise harmful interference across systems.
• Develop frequency allocation matrices and ensure spectrum deconfliction across all systems participating in training exercises.
• Support system design reviews to ensure electromagnetic compatibility and spectrum compliance are incorporated during engineering design phases.
• Perform risk assessments related to electromagnetic emissions, including safety assessments for non-ionising radiation exposure.

Proven experience in electromagnetic spectrum management, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), or electromagnetic interference (EMI) within complex technical environments. Experience working with spectrum planning, frequency allocation, and spectrum management processes. Familiarity with regulatory and governance frameworks governing electromagnetic spectrum use. Experience conducting EMI/EMC risk assessments and ensuring equipment compliance with relevant standards. Experience supporting system design reviews and engineering governance processes. Experience collaborating with engineering, safety, and operational teams within structured programmes.

Degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience). Experience working within defence training environments or modelling and simulation systems. Knowledge of spectrum modelling, simulation, and analysis techniques. Familiarity with software-defined radios, radar systems, or advanced RF communications technologies. Understanding of safety assessments related to non-ionising radiation and electromagnetic hazards.