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Principal Antenna Design Engineer

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Babcock International Group

23d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Engineering
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • Gloucester

AI generated summary

  • You need strong antenna design experience, RF system knowledge, systems engineering skills, and understanding of satellite ground stations. An HNC/HND or relevant degree is required, along with DV clearance.
  • You will design satellite tracking solutions, oversee a team, manage requirements and changes, interact with suppliers and customers, lead testing efforts, and support operational teams.

Requirements

  • Possess strong and proven experience in an antenna design role, working with systems similar to those used in the high-power communications and broadcast industry.
  • Knowledge of RF system design.
  • Demonstrable System and solution architecture design and delivery experience.
  • Demonstrable systems engineering experience across the engineering lifecycle V-Model or equivalent from initial concepts to disposal.
  • Have an excellent understanding of satellite ground station infrastructure and be able to either manage the design or advise on the design of such systems.
  • HNC/HND or Degree in engineering or demonstrable experience in relevant roles.
  • The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance for this role.

Responsibilities

  • To own and be accountable for delivering the design of ground station satellite tracking solutions and/or associated supporting sub-systems to achieve overall delivery of the mission system intent.
  • Oversee a small team of engineers producing detailed specifications, overseeing the creation of high-quality designs documentation and other technical deliverables through the lifecycle.
  • Derivation of RF System, Sub-System, and component level performance specifications through participating in requirements management, justification, and decomposition for the system.
  • To ensure the managing engineering change to systems, providing the relevant traceability back to the requirements, managing interfaces and trade-offs between systems, sub systems and functions for the overall system.
  • Leading technical interactions with suppliers in conjunction with Supply Chain.
  • Contributing to technical interactions with the customer.
  • Leading the development, building, test and trialling of solutions through participating in Validation, Verification, Test and Acceptance activities.
  • Supporting Operational Engineering teams with in-service systems, troubleshooting technical faults and problem management.
  • Working with Project Management Teams to ensure projects, are delivered in a timely and efficient way to meet internal and Customer needs.
  • To be the source of technical expertise in RF antenna systems and associated equipment, including radiation hazards.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Principal Antenna Design Engineer.

Where is the role located?

The role is located in Ashchurch, Gloucester, GB, with hybrid working arrangements.

What is the type of employment for this role?

This role is full time and permanent.

What experience is essential for the Principal Antenna Design Engineer?

Essential experience includes strong and proven background in antenna design, knowledge of RF system design, and demonstrable systems engineering experience across the engineering lifecycle.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates should possess an HNC/HND or Degree in engineering or demonstrable experience in relevant roles.

Is security clearance required for this job?

Yes, the successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance.

What benefits are offered with this position?

Benefits include a generous holiday allowance, matched contribution pension scheme, access to a Digital GP, employee share scheme, and various other well-being and professional development opportunities.

How many hours will I work each week?

This role requires a full-time commitment of 37 hours per week.

Will I be leading a team in this role?

Yes, you will oversee a small team of engineers producing detailed specifications and technical deliverables.

What support does the company provide for professional development?

The company offers excellent development opportunities and a benefits package that includes support for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.

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Babcock International Group

Defence & Aerospace
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1891
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Babcock is an international defence company operating in our focus countries of the UK, Australasia, Canada, France and South Africa, with exports to additional markets. Our Purpose, to create a safe and secure world, together, defines our strategy. We support and enhance our customers’ defence and security capabilities and critical assets through a range of product and service solutions. We meet our customers’ requirements of value for money, increased availability, modernisation and flexibility. These projects take all different kinds of professionals, from chartered engineers and project managers, to naval architects, data analysts and everything in between. To bring through the next generation of engineering and business experts, we offer apprenticeships and roles for students, graduates and fully-qualified professionals. There’s never been a better time to join us. Whether you’re looking for a new business management project or engineering role, join Babcock and grow with us.