Senior Antenna Engineer

We are currently working with an industry-leading communications company based in Reading to bring in a Senior Antenna Engineer to join their experienced team and support with product development from concept and design through to production and customer support.

Key job responsibilities as a Senior Antenna Engineer:

• Conducting antenna design, modeling, and analysis for various components such as feed antennas, dielectric lenses, arrays, and radomes.
• Developing antenna designs suitable for both mass production and prototyping.
• Analysing simulation and measurement data using software tools like Matlab, Octave, Python, etc.
• Optimising models using multi-objective stochastic optimisation techniques.
• Leading or assisting with prototype antenna measurements.
• Preparing presentations and reports encompassing design concepts, simulation results, and performance metrics.

Requirements as a Senior Antenna Engineer:

• Demonstrated experience in bringing products to production.
• 5-7+ years of expertise in antenna design, modeling, and analysis, with a focus on specialised areas including homogeneous and inhomogeneous dielectric lenses, antenna arrays (such as phased arrays, transmitarrays, and reflectarrays), and beam shaping through metamaterials.
• Proficiency in electromagnetic simulation using 3D full-wave modeling software like HFSS, CST, FEKO, etc.
• Strong programming skills in Matlab, Python, or similar languages.
• Familiarity with a variety of RF testing equipment, including signal generators and spectrum analysers.
• Experience working with Linux operating systems.
• Demonstrated leadership skills or a willingness to lead the team and act as a deputy for the Director when necessary.

Additional skills and abilities:

• Knowledge of transformation optics and transformation electromagnetics.
• Expertise in anti-reflection coating design and optimisation.
• Proficiency in optimisation algorithms, particularly multi-objective stochastic optimisation.
• Familiarity with conventional optical lens design as well as gradient index (GRIN) optics.
• Experience with automated electronic testing using scripts or similar methods.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with a team of engineers.
• Willingness to occasionally travel internationally as required.

Benefits:

• Competitive stock options
• Annual performance bonus
• 25 days of annual leave
• Public holidays
• Participation in travel-to-work schemes
• Provision of fruit, snacks, and beverages
• Access to a discounts platform
• Well-being centre amenities

If you would like to learn more about this position as a Senior Antenna Engineer - please contact Zac Taylor at IC Resources.