Radio Frequency Test Engineer

Job description

RF Test Engineer – RF, Microwave & mmWave

Sedgefield | On‑site | Security Clearance Required | Competitive Salary

Join a high‑technology RF business developing and manufacturing advanced RF, microwave and mmWave products for mission‑critical applications across defence, aerospace, space and telecommunications. This is a hands‑on test engineering role where you’ll develop and maintain automated test solutions and support products from concept through to volume production.

Why Join Our Client?

• Work on cutting‑edge RF, microwave & mmWave technologies
• Hands‑on role developing automated RF test solutions
• Exposure to defence, space & critical communications programmes
• Involvement across the full product lifecycle
• Collaborative environment with engineering and production teams
• Competitive salary and strong benefits package

What You’ll Do:

• Develop and maintain automated RF test solutions using LabVIEW & TestStand
• Apply RF test expertise to support products from development into volume manufacture
• Use RF and electronic test equipment at microwave frequencies and above
• Analyse data, diagnose issues and resolve complex technical problems
• Improve and maintain test capability across production and development
• Produce verified, documented test solutions, reports and presentations
• Work closely with engineering, manufacturing and project teams

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience as an RF Test Engineer in a production or development environment
• Strong hands‑on RF measurement and diagnostic skills
• LabVIEW and TestStand development experience
• Background in RF, microwave or mmWave technology
• Understanding of volume electronics manufacturing (beneficial)
• Eligible for UK Security Clearance
• Engineering degree or equivalent experience (5+ years RF experience preferred)

If you’re an RF Test Engineer who enjoys hands‑on testing, automation and working with complex RF products, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or message for more details.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Sedgefield

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

22-04-2026

Profession type

Retail

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English