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Antenna Design Engineer

Stevenage, Hertfordshire

MBDA

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Hours
Full Time
Posted
5 days ago
Salary
55000.00 - 55000.00 GBP Annual
Recruiter
MBDA
Closes
05 Nov 2025
Course
No
Contract Type
Permanent
Recruiter Type
Direct Employer

Description

Join us as an Antenna Design Engineer! We have a great opportunity to work on an exciting and challenging antenna development program within MBDA.

Salary: Circa GBP55,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: On average 4 days per week on-site due to workload classification

Security Clearance: Sole UK nationals only. 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 - and SC with a view to moving to DV at a later stage.

What we can offer you:

Company bonus: Up to GBP2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%Overtime: opportunity for paid overtimeFlexi Leave: Up to 15 additional daysFlexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangementsEnhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatmentsFacilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity:

Join our Seeker and Datalink Systems team as an Antenna Design Engineer! You'll engage in computer modelling, prototype build and test, and collaborate with suppliers, presenting results to project stakeholders. This role offers a chance to work on cutting-edge antenna technology for the next generation of MBDA products. Our team focuses on intricate designs with tight deadlines, ensuring customer satisfaction. From fresh graduates to seasoned experts, diverse skills and experiences enrich our work environment. Exciting opportunities await in this fast-paced and innovative industry.

Your role will involve:

Detailed design of novel antennas for multi-mode seekers based on wideband active and passive sensors, exploiting the latest development in additive layer manufacturing.Developing solutions to support higher level product developments considering constraints such as limited space and harsh operating environmentsElectromagnetic modelling in Ansys HFSS, complex simulations of antenna structures and post-processing data using MATLABAnechoic chamber testing and overseeing the transition of development hardware in to pre-production partsWorking cross-functionally with RF Engineers, Seeker Systems teams, EO & IR Sensors teams among others What we're looking for from you:

Antenna design and development experienceElectromagnetic simulation knowledge using tools such as Ansys HFSS or CST StudioKnowledge of microwave frequencies ideally UHF and frequencies in excess of X-bandGood ability in the use of MATLABDegree or higher level qualification or equivalent experienceExcellent communication skills Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given

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.

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