Job Description

Company Description
Are you passionate about engineering? Do you want to make a difference?
You could be one of our 54k+ colleagues in over 30 countries working on inspiring projects in the most innovative companies.
Join us and start building tomorrow's world today!

What will you be doing?
What will you be doing?
As an RF Test Engineer at ALTEN, you'll play a critical role in the testing and validation of radio frequency (RF) systems used in advanced space and satellite technologies. RF Engineers are responsible for working with equipment that transmits and receives signals -- such as antennas, amplifiers, and communication modules -- ensuring they perform correctly, reliably, and safely in complex environments like space.
In this role, you will be responsible for designing and executing RF testing procedures to measure things like signal strength, frequency response, power levels, interference, and system performance. You will work with highly specialised test equipment in a laboratory environment, contribute to design reviews, identify and troubleshoot signal or hardware issues, and support engineers in qualifying products for launch-readiness.
You will also play a key role in ensuring all systems meet international compliance standards (e.g. ETSI, FCC) and work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team to support ongoing commercial satellite programmes.
Your main responsibilities will be:

• Conduct RF and EMC testing on satellite subsystems and equipment.
• Support validation and verification processes for high-tech space applications.
• Contribute to the development of test plans and standard operating procedures.
• Work on a shift basis (AM/PM rotation) to support 24/7 lab operations
• Ensure adherence to BPSS security clearance requirements for commercial programs.

You are...

• Passionate about engineering
• result-oriented
• proactive

Qualifications
Experience, skills and qualifications required:

• Degree in Electronics, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Strong background in RF Testing with hands-on experience in consumer product testing, SAR, and EMC.
• Experience working in lab environments or test facilities
• Ability to work on-site in Portsmouth, 5 days a week with AM/PM shift flexibility.

Additional Information
Why join us?
We foster a community of dually talented individuals who are both entrepreneurs and technology specialists. Our teams embody the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship, enabling us to develop solutions most efficiently.
Our commitment to sustainable growth is unwavering, and we continuously strive for accelerated transformation and continuous improvement. Through ALTEN labs, mentoring programs, internal universities, and more, we are always pushing boundaries and embracing new possibilities.
We offer incredible opportunities to join inspiring projects in the most innovative companies.
We prioritise your career development with personalised support plans tailored to your own aspirations. We're here to empower you and help you reach your full potential.
Join our passionate team and start building tomorrow, today!
In short you get:

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
• A chance to work on the most exciting engineering projects and technologies along with Premium Customers
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• A competitive salary
• Private Medical Insurance
• Pension Scheme
• Cycle-to-work Scheme among many additional benefits
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings, and team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

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