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Job Title: Systems Engineer Location: Farnborough Salary: £DOE Key Skills: Systems Engineering, Aerospace, Defence, Design, Requirements, DOORS, Full Lifecycle, Electronics, Physics, Acoustics Are you ready to help shape the future of advanced technology? This is an opportunity to join a leading UK science and engineering organisation delivering cutting-edge solutions across defence and national security domains. Working alongside highly skilled engineers and scientists, you'll contribute to innovative programmes that protect lives and address complex real-world challenges. The Role As a Systems Engineer, you will contribute to the delivery of research, development, specialist technical advice, and independent test and evaluation services within an advanced airborne systems environment. You will work closely with customers and multidisciplinary teams to design, develop and validate high-performance technical solutions. Key Responsibilities as a Systems Engineer: Applying structured Systems and/or Software Engineering lifecycle approaches to complex technical challenges Using rapid prototyping and modelling techniques to inform system design decisions Supporting the development and test of advanced acoustic and sensor-based systems Contributing to high-fidelity simulation activities, including sensor and aircraft simulation Taking ownership of technical tasking while collaborating effectively within a dynamic, fast-paced team Supporting innovation-focused projects that deliver mission-critical capability Essential Experience as a Systems Engineer: Understanding of Systems and/or Software Engineering lifecycles Experience working within a Systems Engineering discipline Strong analytical and problem-solving capability Experience working effectively within multidisciplinary teams Essential Qualifications: Degree in Physics, Mathematics, Oceanography, Electronics, or a relevant Engineering discipline This role offers the opportunity to work on highly technical, real-world programmes within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. PLEASE NOTE Security Clearance (SC) or eligibility to gain is required to be considered for this vacancy Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business.We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.

Principal Power Electronics Engineer Leamington Spa, United Kingdom Permanent, Full-Time We're recruiting on behalf of a leading international engineering consultancy, specialising in the development of sustainable electrified propulsion systems and associated technologies for OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and research bodies across the automotive, aerospace, off-highway, defence, and clean energy sectors. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Principal Power Electronics Engineer to take the lead on technical development and innovation, working on clean-sheet designs across inverters, DCDCs, onboard chargers and related systems. What You'll Be Doing Lead the design and specification of magnetics and capacitors for power converters and inverters Design and develop mixed signal systems and digital processing platforms Carry out system simulations using tools like Simscape and PLECS Collaborate with control engineers to define control strategies for converters/inverters Ensure designs meet standards such as IEC61508 , ISO26262 , and CISPR25 Lead multi-disciplinary projects, from proposal through delivery Act as the technical interface to key customers and internal stakeholders Support business development by contributing to proposals and marketing Provide mentorship and share knowledge with the wider engineering team What We're Looking For Essential: Proven experience developing power electronic systems such as inverters, DCDCs, OBCs, etc. Background in at least two relevant sectors: automotive, aerospace, marine, defence, clean energy, off-highway Strong knowledge of digital and mixed signal design, EMC, and noise attenuation Competency in simulation and modelling of power electronics and magnetic systems Track record leading technical projects and developing customer relationships Degree (or equivalent experience) in a relevant engineering discipline Desirable: Familiarity with motor control strategies (e.g. FOC, IPM, SPM, SR motors) Hands-on experience building, testing, and iterating hardware prototypes Exposure to thermal simulation, fluid cooling, or high-voltage safety practices Ability to manage PCB layout, enclosure design and product assembly Why Join? Hybrid-flexible working & half-day Fridays Annual bonus scheme Private healthcare and EV car scheme 25 days holiday + holiday purchase option Supportive and people-first culture Life assurance, employee assistance programme Free onsite parking, fruit, tea/coffee, and social events (including summer BBQ & Xmas party)

Senior Antenna / RF Engineer Location: Lincoln, Lincolnshire, UK An excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Antenna / RF Engineer to join a newly established R&D capability within a leading global RF technology group. This role focuses on the design, simulation, and development of advanced antenna and RF subsystems across HF to SHF frequencies for applications including defence, aerospace, naval, space, and high-reliability electronic systems. This position is ideal for a highly motivated, innovative, and hands-on engineer with extensive RF and antenna experience, who thrives on solving complex technical challenges, mentoring junior engineers, and shaping the development of a growing UK R&D team. Main Responsibilities of the Senior Antenna / RF Engineer based in Lincoln, UK: Lead the design, simulation, and development of antenna and RF systems from concept through to final delivery, including prototyping, testing, and production handover. Act as technical lead on projects, managing design activities, making architectural decisions, and mentoring junior engineers. Develop mixed-signal and system-level designs, including digital control and power subsystems, custom test hardware, and RF circuits (filters, amplifiers, switches). Conduct PCB layout, population, and construction of prototypes. Perform RF, antenna, and EMC testing, and oversee product qualification including environmental and functional testing. Collaborate with electronics, systems, and other engineering disciplines to integrate solutions and ensure high-performance outcomes. Produce technical reports, customer-facing documentation, and present findings internally or externally at conferences. Support proposal generation, requirements development, conceptual design, and design reviews with customers and management. Requirements of the Senior Antenna / RF Engineer based in Lincoln, UK: Extensive experience in RF and microwave engineering and antenna system design. Proficient in simulation and design tools such as CST, HFSS, Keysight Microwave Office, ADS, or similar. Experience in MATLAB for modelling and analysis is highly desirable. Strong practical, hands-on experience with real-world RF and antenna projects, including prototyping and test equipment development. Experience leading design projects and mentoring junior engineers. Comfortable working collaboratively across teams and communicating effectively with customers and senior management. Experience in defence-related applications preferred; telecoms/network engineering not required. Flexible, resilient, and highly accountable with a mission-oriented approach. Fluent in English; additional languages beneficial. Strong understanding of electromagnetic theory, physics, and mathematics. To apply for this Senior Antenna / RF Engineer role based in Lincoln, UK, please send your CV to: or call /