RF Microwave Design Engineer

Location Stevenage
Job Type Contract
Salary Up to £41.68 per hour + up to £55/hourly Umbrella rate
Reference 2827527_1677564146
Duration 0-12 months

RF Microwave Design Engineer

Opportunity for contract extension or made permanent

£41.68/hourly PAYE; up to £55/hourly through (Umbrella rate)

37 hours; FT (Onsite)

The UK's trusted Ministry of Defence partner, MBDA, are looking for an experienced RF Microwave Design Engineer to work on a new seeker with a fast-paced programme within a dynamic team. The qualified engineer must have the confidence and perseverance to deliver products to the proper standard within the required span.

What we're looking for:

  • Active microwave, RF, and analogue circuit design, including simulation and layout using ADS (or similar) design tools.
  • Understanding of high-speed digital electronics and FPGA circuit design.
  • Capability to perform design-proving tests and trials in the laboratory.
  • Ability to test and diagnose hardware problems using standard and specialist test equipment such as VNAs.
  • Transfer schematics into layouts for mixed signal circuit boards.
  • Comprehensively skilled with manufacturing techniques and capabilities, including design for manufacture and test.
  • Demonstrate the ability to develop IDDs for designs, assess thermal management and component de-rating,
  • Presenting knowledge of and use of engineering tools, processes, and procedures to publish designs, record compliance against requirements, and identify and resolve non-conformances.

"Please Note: MBDA UK requires all employees to achieve the appropriate clearance relevant to the role"

What you'll get to do as a RF Microwave Design Engineer:

  1. Design active mixed-signal RF/microwave modules (including transmitters, receivers, and synthesisers) for RF seekers.
  2. Build strong relationships with internal customers and suppliers to develop circuits to meet cost, volume constraints and environmental specifications.
  3. Document designs meet requirements by creating and testing to test specifications.
  4. Deliver technical support to existing designs, support production failures in the factory, and solve obsolescence issues.

More about the role:

MBDA's relationship with the UK military spans back over 70 years. They have delivered countless landmarks in defence engineering, supplying vital defence capability to meet the needs of the armed forces over land, sea, and air.

This role is based at MBDA's headquarters in Stevenage which plays a key part in missiles operations. The site also offers excellent transportation links and boasts an onsite gym and coffee shop. Training and development are offered to all employees.

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