RF System Design Engineer

Orbex
Orbex is a leading micro-launch company with our Prime vehicle being prepared to launch from our home spaceport, Space Hub Sutherland. We are well placed to be one of the first operational micro-launch companies in Europe with over €122m of project financing secured, a number of customers signed up, launch licence application submitted, and backing from organisations including UKSA and ESA.
We are a rapidly growing company with staff located between our production and test facilities in Forres, Scotland and Copenhagen, Denmark. Working on cutting edge advances in rocket fuel technology, Prime’s carbon footprint is up to 96% lower than comparable vehicles, leading to innovations in propulsion and tank structures. A state-of-the-art re-flight system means we can recover and reuse our technology, and innovations in separation mechanisms mean we leave no debris on orbit.
Having developed in-house production capability, we can 3D print complex engines, produce full-scale carbon composite fuel tanks, and have avionics and software testing labs in both Scotland and Denmark. Based in Copenhagen, you will be right in the heart of this fast-paced cutting-edge company, using your skills to build a new launch vehicle for a buoyant commercial market.
Orbex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is working towards a more diverse workforce in the aerospace industry.

Responsibilities of the role 

• High level RF communication system analysis, development, integration and test
• Link budget analysis, RF line up analysis and hardware selection
• Conducting market search to find qualified modules for the system, acting as a responsible engineer for hardware procurement from external suppliers and handling all technical communication
• Developing test plans and leading unit level and system level electrical and environmental test campaigns
• Fault diagnosis and problem solving on setup, during environmental tests and system integration
• Proactively participating in design reviews and initiating design reviews to mitigate risk when appropriate
• Collaboration with colleagues from different disciplines such as software engineering, mechanical and thermal engineering, systems engineering

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or Telecommunications Engineering with a focus on RF/Microwave Engineering
• Minimum 4 years of work experience on RF circuit/system design, development, integration and testing
• Hands on experience in fault diagnosis and problem-solving during integration and test
• In-depth understanding of RF physics, impedance matching, filters and isolation techniques
• Effectively using related test equipment such as spectrum analyzer, network analyzer, power sensor, oscilloscope, etc.
• Ability to work efficiently in cooperation with a multidisciplinary team

Desirable experience and traits:

• Antenna design and testing experience
• EMI/EMC testing experience
• Space qualification testing experience
• Proficiency in using EM simulation tools (CST, HFSS) 

 
 
Location – Forres

Our roles need to be on-site in Scotland due to the nature of the position, export controls and security. This role is based in Forres at Orbex’s headquarters.
Orbex Forres is located at the foot of the Scottish Highlands, near Inverness. It’s close to the spectacular coastline, wild beaches, and amazing wildlife of the Moray Firth, as well as being a short distance from the world-famous Loch Ness, and Aviemore ski resort.
If you enjoy adventurous outdoor pursuits in extraordinary natural environments, the coast and highlands around Forres offer an ideal location.
Mountaineering, rock climbing, abseiling, hiking, mountain biking, cycling, camping, sailing, surfing, motorbiking, and skiing are all within easy reach of our main UK factory, and many members of our team participate in adventure sports in the vast, beautiful settings of Sutherland.
If you enjoy drone flying, wildlife or landscape photography, some of the most spectacular vistas in the world are directly at your doorstep.

Security
You must be a UK or European citizen or from a country that is a signatory to the MTCR convention. You may be required to undergo a UK BPSS check which includes a criminal record check. 

Benefits

• Competitive salary depending on experience 
• Share Options in the company so you will really benefit from your hard work as the company grows and is successful
• 34 days paid holiday including bank and public holidays
• NEST workplace pension
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme, including: mortgage advice, health and wellbeing apps.
• Group Life Insurance, x4 annual salary.
• Independent supporting services including: mortgage advice and health and wellbeing apps
• Orbex are able to sponsor visas for you and your family and provide comprehensive relocation assistance, this includes 1 month of accommodation in the local area paid for by the company, a relocation allowance and full support through the visa application process.