Principal RF Engineer

Principal RF Engineer

Edinburgh | Hybrid Working

12-Month Contract

£68 per hour (Inside IR35)

Active SC Clearance Required

Winsearch is recruiting for an experienced Principal RF Engineer to join a leading defence technology organisation working on the development of next-generation radar and surveillance systems.

This is an opportunity to work on a high-profile programme that will help shape the future of airborne defence technology. You'll join a multidisciplinary engineering team responsible for developing advanced RF solutions, contributing from initial concept through to testing, integration and production support.

The Role

As a Principal RF Engineer, you will take a leading technical role in the development of RF and microwave hardware, supporting key projects across the full product lifecycle.

You'll be involved in designing, developing and validating complex RF subsystems while working closely with systems, electronics and test engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions for demanding applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop RF and microwave subsystems, modules and PCB assemblies.
• Support projects throughout the complete hardware lifecycle, from concept and detailed design through to integration and production.
• Produce high-quality engineering documentation, technical...