Graduate RF Applications Engineer in Newbury, West Berkshire

Graduate RF Applications Engineer
Location: Newbury, Berkshire
 

A fantastic opportunity for a recent Physics or Electronic Engineering graduate to join a specialist RF and Microwave business as a Graduate RF Applications Engineer in Newbury, Berkshire.

The company works on advanced RF and microwave technology used across defence, aerospace, electronic warfare, satellite communications and other specialist industries.

The Role

The Graduate RF Applications Engineer will:

• Provide technical support to customers and the sales team, helping select suitable RF and microwave components.

• Interpret technical requirements and product datasheets.

• Support testing and evaluation of RF products using equipment such as Vector Network Analysers, Spectrum Analysers and Signal Generators.

• Help investigate technical issues and support customers with product integration.

• Build relationships with suppliers and develop knowledge of their product ranges.
   

The Person

• Degree qualified in Physics, Electronic Engineering or a related subject.

• Recent graduate or someone with up to 3 years' experience.

• Good understanding of electromagnetics, wave behaviour and analogue electronics.

• A genuine interest in RF and Microwave technology.

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

• Keen to learn and develop within a specialist engineering environment.

• Any experience with RF test equipment, VNA, Spectrum Analysers, Python, MATLAB or RF simulation tools would be beneficial.

• Must have the right to work in the UK and be able to meet pre-employment screening requirements.

Location and Development

• Office-based role in Newbury, Berkshire.

• One-to-one mentoring from an experienced RF engineer.

• Structured training programme throughout 2027.

• Opportunity to progress into a fully qualified RF Applications Engineer role within 12–24 months.

• Exposure to exciting technology across defence, aerospace, space and satellite communications.

Graduate RF Applications Engineer – Newbury, Berkshire

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate looking to build a career in RF engineering, gain hands-on experience with specialist microwave technology and develop their technical skills within an established engineering business.