Senior RF Engineer – Satellites in Ultra-Low Orbit

Methodfi; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering aerospace company based in the UK is looking for an RF Systems Engineer to lead the design and integration of advanced RF systems for innovative satellite applications. Candidates must hold an advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or Aerospace Engineering, and have at least 3 years of industry experience. This role offers a hybrid work model, competitive salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits including private health insurance. Join us to redefine space operations!

Benefits

Private health insurance

Annual healthcare check-ups

Equity in the company

Relocation package and visa sponsorship

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in RF systems design within aerospace or satellite contexts.
• Strong understanding of RF components like LNAs, filters, and power amplifiers.
• Familiar with relevant communication protocols like CCSDS, S-band, and X-band.

Responsibilities

• Own the design of the satellite’s RF systems including telemetry and payload communication links.
• Develop detailed RF link budgets for various mission phases.
• Design antennas suitable for small satellite platforms.
• Lead testing campaigns for RF validation and compatibility.
• Collaborate with various teams to ensure RF integration.

Skills

RF system design

Link budget analysis

Antenna selection

Testing and validation

Cross-functional collaboration

Proficiency with RF tools (CST, HFSS, ADS, MATLAB)

Understanding of RF components

Familiarity with SDR platforms

Education

Advanced degree in relevant field (MSc, MEng, PhD)

Tools

CST

HFSS

ADS

MATLAB

Job description

A pioneering aerospace company based in the UK is looking for an RF Systems Engineer to lead the design and integration of advanced RF systems for innovative satellite applications. Candidates must hold an advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or Aerospace Engineering, and have at least 3 years of industry experience. This role offers a hybrid work model, competitive salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits including private health insurance. Join us to redefine space operations!