Job Description

Company Description

ALTEN

is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.


Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow's world--today.


Join us and start building tomorrow's world today!

As a

RF test Systems Engineer, you will join our team in

Portsmouth to support our activities within the

Aerospace sector.


You will be responsible for defining and delivering

RF test system solutions

derived from detailed equipment specifications. The role involves

designing, building, and validating RF test systems

(L-band and above), supporting formal project reviews, and working closely with both project management and the RF Test Systems Team Lead.

Location: Portsmouth

On Site: Full time

Clearance: Clearable

Experience Level: Mid to Senior

Key Responsibilities:

Derive

detailed RF test system requirements

from equipment specifications Design

RF and microwave test systems

(L-band and above) Support

system build, integration, and validation

activities Produce and maintain

test solution documentation

Participate in

formal design and project reviews

Report progress and technical issues to

Project Management and the RF Test Systems Team Lead

Qualifications

Required Skills:

Proven experience in

RF test system design

(L-band and above) Strong knowledge of

microwave theory

Hands-on experience with

microwave test hardware

, including Network Analysers and Spectrum Analysers Experience in

system integration and validation

Ability to translate technical specifications into

robust test solutions

Required Qualifications:

A

Bachelor's

or

Master's degree

in

Engineering

, or

equivalent

military experience

. Demonstrable experience designing and delivering

RF test systems

Strong understanding of

engineering documentation and review processes

Desirable Skills:

Experience with

software development or scripting

for test systems Background in

aerospace, defence, or space programmes

Familiarity with

formal engineering lifecycle processes

Experience working in

project-led, multi-disciplinary environments

Additional Information

Why join us?

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.


At ALTEN, you'll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.


Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

In short you get:

A personalised career path and a rewarding management style A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries Private Medical Insurance Cycle & Tech Scheme Employee assistance programme Life insurance & Pension Scheme Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.