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RF Engineer - Defense - Manchester, NH

Manchester, New Hampshire Permanent USD90,000 - USD140,000 per year View Job Description
A growing aerospace and defense technology company is seeking an RF Engineer to lead the design, development, testing and deployment of advanced antenna systems and RF hardware. The successful candidate will work directly with customers, drive technical innovation, support business development efforts and oversee projects from concept through production.
  • Design mission-critical antennas for space, defense and aerospace.
  • Lead end-to-end RF development with cutting-edge facilities.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established engineering organization specializing in the design, manufacture and testing of advanced RF and antenna technologies for aerospace, defense and space applications. Their solutions support some of the world's most demanding missions, including space exploration, military communications and satellite systems.

With decades of technical excellence and steady growth, the company has built a reputation for delivering highly customized, high-performance solutions. Their collaborative environment allows engineers to be involved in every stage of product development, from customer engagement and concept creation through manufacturing, testing and final deployment.

Job Description

This is a hands-on technical leadership role focused on the development of advanced antenna and systems for aerospace and defense programs. The RF Engineer will collaborate with customers, internal engineering teams and business development personnel to develop innovative solutions, manage multiple projects and support future technology development initiatives.

  • RF system design from concept through production.
  • Develop and validate RF testing methodologies, including near-field and far-field measurements.
  • Interface directly with customers to define technical requirements and deliver solutions.
  • Support proposal development, technical presentations, scheduling and project costing.
  • Manage multiple custom engineering projects while driving technology advancement.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate will be an RF professional with a strong background in antenna design and testing. They will combine deep technical expertise with customer-facing communication skills and the ability to lead complex engineering programmes in a fast-paced environment.

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline; MS or PhD preferred.
  • 5+ years of experience designing and testing RF components or antenna systems.
  • Advanced proficiency with HFSS, ADS, MATLAB or comparable RF simulation tools.
  • Experience translating system-level requirements into detailed design solutions.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance; existing clearance advantageous.



What's on Offer

The successful candidate will join a growing organization that offers significant technical exposure, career advancement opportunities and involvement in highly visible aerospace and defence programmes. Engineers are empowered to contribute across the entire product lifecycle while working alongside respected industry experts.

  • Highly competitive salary and relocation assistance available.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare and retirement matching.
  • Opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge aerospace, defense and space exploration programs.



Contact
Victor Pascoe
Quote job ref
JN-112026-7139092

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Engineering Design and R&D
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Where
Manchester
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Victor Pascoe
Job Reference
JN-112026-7139092
 

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