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Radio Frequency Systems Engineer

MBDA S.A.S., Bristol

Radio Frequency Systems Engineer

£24460

MBDA S.A.S., Bristol

  • Full time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

Posted today, 16 Sep | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

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Full Job Description

  • 10 week placement: Starting June 2027, that allows you to apply your university learning to real-world projects and technologies
  • Perform well on your placement and you could secure a graduate role before your final year
  • Pension: Maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
  • Overtime: Opportunity for paid overtime
  • Annual Leave: 5 days
  • Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more…
    • The opportunity: The Data Link Systems & Radio Frequency Survivability department is responsible for both the performance of the RF communications links between our missiles, and/or the platforms they are launched from, as well as the survivability of the missiles as they execute missions. Robust communication and survivability using RF techniques are vital to MBDA's customers as they are a key part of ensuring mission success. As a Radio Frequency Systems Engineer you'll have the opportunity to work on a variety of products, each presenting different technical challenges. We cover the whole product life cycle, from Research and Development in communication technologies, system concepting and design through to product test and verification where our communications systems are proven to work reliably in the most demanding of environments. You'll have the opportunity to be involved in a broad range of technical work, including:
  • Requirements engineering
  • System design
  • Performance modelling
  • Product testing & proving
  • Researching novel techniques for next generation communication systems
  • Electronic warfare
  • Missile survivability through stealth and electromagnetic modelling
  • Digital signal processing
  • Waveform design
  • Message protocols using the OSI model
  • Software defined radio
    • You'll be part of a team of committed and collaborative individuals, where strong relationships are key to our work. Our approachable team are on hand to offer support to help you get the most out of your role - collaboration and innovation are not just buzz words here! Because of the nature of the work we do, you'll also get to work with other departments across the wider technical community, as well as external customers and suppliers. Some of the benefits of joining this team are:
  • Excellent opportunities for personal development
  • Access to a vast array of training and opportunities to learn directly from experts in the field
  • Ability to apply technical knowledge to influence the direction of technologies and projects
  • Experience products at different phases of the product lifecycle
  • Diverse range of roles available creating varied and stimulating work, You'll be able to choose between a variety of online learning platforms such as Percipio, YouLearn, Career Builder and Video Gateway. Each one is tailored to a specific type of learning. Speak to your line manager to find out more.
    • We encourage new learning and will provide up to £150 in financial support per year if you wish to participate in further study in your own time. You'll have access to our Learning Gateway, which hosts the formal course catalogue and is where you can select the right training for your role and future development. The catalogue displays which courses are being delivered virtually or are classroom based. If you want to lead a team, you might be interested in our management training, designed for people of all experience levels.

  • Current undergraduate working towards a degree in any STEM subject
  • Interest in RF technologies

    MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.
    • We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more… We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

    At MBDA, we are continuing to grow our world leading missile data link and survivability capability. We have a number of exciting opportunities within our Data Link Systems & Radio Frequency Survivability organisation working from research & development, through the early concept phase, to full product design and production programmes. Salary: £24,460 (pro-rata) Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

Direct job link

https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/radio-frequency-systems-engineer-127404106
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