Principal Systems Engineer – RF / Satellite Communications
Location: Hereford, Herefordshire (Hybrid – 3 days onsite)
A well-established UK engineering organisation operating at the forefront of satellite communications and RF systems are looking to appoint a Principal Systems Engineer to take ownership of complex products used in critical RF / SatCom infrastructure worldwide.
This role suited to someone who thrives on technical ownership, systems thinking, and cross-disciplinary leadership rather than narrow specialism.
The Role
As a Senior Systems Engineer, you’ll act as the technical glue across engineering disciplines, owning system-level intent from early requirements through design, integration, validation, and release. You’ll work closely with RF, electronics, mechanical, and software teams to ensure robust, high-quality system delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Own and manage system and product requirements, translating stakeholder needs into clear engineering intent
- Lead system architecture and integration across RF, electronics, mechanical, and software domains
- Drive design reviews and technical decision-making at product and system level
- Support hardware / software integration, system bring-up, and validation testing
- Identify and manage technical risk throughout the product lifecycle
- Produce and maintain high-level system documentation, block diagrams, and connectivity definitions
What We’re Looking For
- Strong senior-level experience in systems or product engineering within satellite communications, RF systems, or complex electronics
- Proven ability to work across full product lifecycles in a structured engineering environment
- Broad technical understanding spanning RF, electronics, mechanical, and embedded/software systems
- Confident communicator who can influence across engineering teams and stakeholders