RF Engineer

Celestia eScan SL; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in Edinburgh seeks an experienced RF engineer to support design and development of RF sub-systems for satellite communication. Candidates should have hands-on experience with PCB design using Altium, knowledge of laboratory testing tools, and familiarity with satellite communication frequency bands. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Experience in RF PCB design and layout using Altium.
• Production of manufacture data-packs for RF components.
• Familiarity with ADS or Microwave Office.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and development of RF sub-systems.
• Perform hands-on RF design and system integration.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Skills

RF PCB design using Altium

Laboratory testing and measurement

Hands-on design experience at satellite communication frequencies

Knowledge of phased arrays

Familiarity with Python

Education

Degree in electronics, telecommunication, or systems engineering

Tools

Spectrum analyzers

VNAs

Signal generators

Digital oscilloscopes

Power meters

Job description

Due to increased project commitments and anticipated growth, we are seeking either a full time or contract RF engineer to support our ongoing development initiatives in our European operations. This position is part of a key project requirement and will be based in our Edinburgh office.

You will play a critical role in a multidisciplinary team, contributing to the design, development, and validation of RF sub‑systems integral to our ground station and terminal products for satellite communication applications across L‑Band to Ka‑Band.

The role involves hands‑on RF design, system integration, performance optimisation and verification to ensure project deliverables meet technical, quality and schedule targets.

You will work closely with our RF, digital, mechanical and test engineering teams to deliver high‑performance RF solutions that meet customer and project requirements, supporting both prototype and production phases.

Qualifications

• Design and layout of RF PCBs using Altium is essential
• Production of manufacture data‑packs is also essential
• Familiarity with ADS or Microwave Office is key
• Knowledge of HFSS / CST would be a big plus
• Familiarity with laboratory test and measurement using spectrum analysers, VNAs, signal generators, digital oscilloscopes and power meters would be an advantage
• Hands‑on design experience at satellite communication frequency bands (L, K, Ku, Ka) would also be advantageous
• Knowledge of phased arrays would be an advantage
• Knowledge of Python, MATLAB, SCPI or VISA is also advantageous
• A degree in electronics, telecommunication or systems engineering is desirable

We endeavour to respond quickly to all applications. If you are interested, please send your CV with a short covering note to [e-mail] or apply by filling out the form below.