Fire Detection Design Engineer

Job description

PCB Design Engineer (RF) – Defence & Space Technology

Location: Uxbridge, UK

Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits

Ready to design the future of defence and space systems?

We’re looking for a PCB Design Engineer with RF experience to join our fast-moving engineering team in Uxbridge. You’ll be designing high-performance electronics that power the next generation of defence and space platforms for a global leader in advanced technology.

If you're excited by precision design, cutting-edge tools, and building tech that truly matters, this is the role for you.

What you’ll be doing:

• Creating complex, multi-layer RF PCB designs for mission-critical systems

• Working closely with hardware, RF, and systems engineers to bring innovative solutions to life

• Using tools like Altium, Cadence, or Mentor Graphics to produce reliable, production-ready layouts

• Supporting prototyping, testing, and validation of products built for the harshest environments

What we’re looking for:

• Strong experience in RF PCB design, including signal integrity, impedance control, and EMC best practices

• Skilled in leading PCB design tools (Altium, Cadence, Mentor)

• Background in defence, aerospace, or other high-reliability electronics is highly desirable

• Attention to detail, team collaboration skills, and a passion for high-tech hardware

Why join us?

Be part of a global leader in defence and space innovation

Work on next-gen systems that protect and connect people worldwide

Use the most advanced design tools and technologies on the market

Enjoy genuine career progression and exciting technical challenges every day