Senior RF Design Engineer
SPX Technologies
- Wappenham, England, United Kingdom
- Wappenham, England, United Kingdom
About
As part of Detection and Measurement, Enterprise Control Systems (ECS) is a leading supplier of long‑range data links that support real‑time high‑resolution video transfer between air and ground users. In creating products like RF inhibitors and specialized equipment for military and security purposes, we protect ground forces and infrastructure around the world.
Job Summary SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. As a Senior RF Design Engineer for CommTech (Enterprise Control Systems & TCI), you will play a crucial role in New Product Introduction (NPI) and Sustaining Engineering for products within our Battlespace, Datalinks and SMS markets. You will join a small dynamic team continually designing and developing world‑class products. This is an opportunity to work in a fast‑paced but rewarding environment on RF Technologies across several exciting markets including defense and aviation.
Job Responsibilities
RF Design including but not limited to:
System Architecture (RF)
RF Simulation
Schematic capture, PCB Layout and Footprint/symbol Creation (Altium)
Scoping of new systems and technologies both for feasibility and product design.
Managing of external design houses and resource as required.
Working together with the Engineering Team to design and create products.
Technical Support and Testing
Production and Manufacturing assistance as required.
Troubleshooting of hardware and system issues seen from all areas of the business.
Self-testing and troubleshooting of your own design and development work.
Completion and lead of Design Reviews if required.
Attending Project meetings when required.
Verification of designs against Requirement Specifications
Mentoring of lower grades assigned to your design function as and when needed.
Documentation and Communication including but not limited to:
Provide task time estimates and risk considerations to the project manager and/or RF and Hardware group manager.
Weekly standup meeting to communicate previous weeks achievements and current weeks priorities.
Organise and lead technical projects including being the lead of Preliminary, Interim and Critical Design Reviews as dictated by company procedures.
Contribute to department processes and procedures.
Creation of design pack documentation.
Collaboration and communication with full engineering team including interacting with other Engineering disciplines to achieve department targets.
Required Experience
Established experience in an equivalent role
The following skills and experience will be required. Candidates are not expected to have experience in all areas;
Familiarity and experience with industry tools such as PCB Design Software and RF simulation tools.
Knowledge of the latest RF components and technologies
Design of linear high power wide band RF amplifiers up to 200 Watts using for example GaN or LDMOS technology
Design of RF filters
Transmitter and Receiver Design experience
LNA, Down‑converter and Up‑converter design
Antenna design
A working knowledge of analogue and digital electronics
EMC experience.
Experience of test equipment such as oscilloscopes, analysers and signal generators.
Practical experience of PCB prototype testing and rework.
Self‑motivated and enthusiastic.
Ability to work in a team and interact with other Engineering disciplines.
Ability to produce results under pressure.
A can‑do attitude with a willingness to help others.
Preferred Additional Experience, Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
An understanding and experience of design of products aligned with CommTech’s portfolio
Experience with Altium Designer
Experience with Cadence AWR Microwave Office
Experience with Ansys HFSS
Electronics experience of switch‑mode PSUs, embedded circuitry, glue logic, analogue electronics and EMC circuitry.
The following skills and experience would also be beneficial;
Experience of designing electronic circuits and sub‑assemblies for use in military or airborne applications.
Experience of designing for and test/verification MIL‑STD’s and DO160.
Education & Certifications
Bachelors/Masters degree in Engineering/related subject or equivalent work experience
Security
British Citizen or ability to obtain required security clearance (SC).
Travel & Working Environment
Travel unlikely.
Onsite working including working from home policy (3 office/2 WFH).
How We Live Our Culture Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX.
What benefits do we offer?
Competitive and performance‑based compensation packages and bonus plans
Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs
Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices at SPX, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realise their fullest potential.
Job Details
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
Industries: Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
Location: Wappenham, England, United Kingdom
Salary: £50,000.00‑£75,000.00
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Languages
- English
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