About the role
Job Description
How do you design microwave electronics that still perform when speed, power and survivability really matter?
At Leonardo, our Electronic Warfare self‑protection systems are deployed across fast jet, UAV, land and naval platforms — operating in some of the most demanding RF environments in the world. As a Microwave Engineer or Senior Microwave Engineer, you’ll help develop and deliver the microwave subsystems that enable these platforms to detect, respond and survive. Based primarily at our Luton site, this role offers hybrid working, with on‑site time flexing to meet programme and test requirements.
What you’ll do
What you will do as a Microwave Engineer / Senior Microwave Engineer working on EW programmes:
Develop microwave and RF circuits operating to and beyond 20 GHz, supporting advanced EW self‑protection systems.
Contribute to the development of complex RF subsystems, from early prototyping through detailed design, integration and test.
Perform microwave simulation, modelling and optimisation using industry‑standard EM and circuit tools.
Perform hands‑on RF test, measurement and debug using world‑class laboratory facilities.
Propose changes / updates as applicable.
Contribute to and be supported by an Integrated Project Team.
Engage in design reviews and technical discussions with internal stakeholders, partners and customers.
In performing the above, solve technically challenging problems across the RF chain, balancing performance, power, reliability and manufacturability.
What you’ll bring
This role is aimed at engineers with microwave or RF expertise who are comfortable operating with some technical autonomy.
Essential experience
Proven experience working with RF / microwave circuitry in electronic systems.
Understanding of microwave theory, high‑frequency effects and practical implementation including layout.
Experience using one or more of:
Keysight ADS
Microwave Office
CST Microwave Studio
Ansys HFSS
Siemens EDA / Mentor tools
Hands‑on experience with RF test equipment, such as network analysers, spectrum analysers and RF sources.
Ability to debug failing hardware or test setups.
Practical experience analysing r…
