Graduate Rf / Microwave Engineer

Leonardo

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Base: £34,000 py; bonus: £1,000 welcome bonus; exi...
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related discipline
Minimum 2:2 classification or higher degree
Strong interest in microwave and rf design
This 18-month graduate programme offers the opportunity to work on challenging projects alongside subject matter experts while receiving coaching for chartership

Job Summary

  • This 18-month graduate programme offers the opportunity to work on challenging projects alongside subject matter experts while receiving coaching for chartership.
  • The role involves designing, testing, and integrating high-performance RF and microwave components for avionic sensor systems up to 40GHz.
  • Candidates receive a starting salary of £34,000 plus a £1,000 welcome bonus and are eligible for an exit bonus upon successful completion.

Matching Summary

This 18-month graduate programme offers the opportunity to work on challenging projects alongside subject matter experts while receiving coaching for chartership.

Salary

Base: £34,000 per annum; Bonus: £1,000 welcome bonus; Exit: £1,000 upon completion; Benefits: TAA, pension, stock ownership

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
  • Minimum 2:2 classification or higher degree
  • Strong interest in microwave and RF design
  • Ability to work on-site 3-4 days per week in Edinburgh
  • Experience with hardware development lifecycle

Nice-to-have

  • Familiarity with CST, HFSS, or ADS simulation tools
  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
  • Proactive approach to learning new technologies
  • Collaborative team player mindset
  • Interest in cross-disciplinary engineering projects

Key Requirements

  • 2:2 Bachelor's, Integrated Masters, MSc, or PhD in Electrical Engineering
  • UK Government Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance eligibility
  • Potential requirement for National Security Vetting (SC or DV)

Work Rights

Must be eligible for UK security vetting (BPSS/SC/DV)

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