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This is genuinely a role that doesn’t arise often. Due to market growth we are looking for a Systems Engineer to collaborate with and support the R&D team, creating new futuristic RF technologies and improving existing technology. This group has a start-up feel within the Airbus world. You will be bridging the gap between clients and Engineers (hardware, software, signal processing, and end applications). Treading the fine line of bringing clever ideas and dreams into reality whilst keeping the fast-paced projects on track and the team grounded. There will be very fluid dynamic projects, hard and fast deadlines and the ability to contribute to the ever changing global situation. You'll play a key role in developing and deploying SDR solutions, from requirements gathering to final delivery. Focusing on systems-level thinking, integration, RF chain performance, and real-time communication protocols, collaborating with cross-functional teams to build resilient, flexible, and mission-critical systems.
Job Responsibility:
Liaise with Domain Experts and Customers to define user requirements, enabling the management and maintenance of system architecture and system models relating to SDR-based platforms
Integrate and validate RF front-ends, FPGAs, and real-time software stacks
Conduct performance analysis and trade studies for modulation, coding, and protocol layers
Support waveform development and integration across multiple SDR platforms
Lead system-level troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and optimization
Stay current with advances in SDR frameworks (GNU Radio, REDHAWK, etc.) and industry standards
Requirements:
Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance
Strong understanding of RF or SATCOM systems, signal processing, and digital communications theory
Hands-on experience with SDR platforms
Proficient in scripting and programming (Python, C++, or embedded C)
Experience with system-level requirements, integration, and validation
What we offer:
Competitive salary
annual profit share
contributory pension
share options
car leasing scheme
free onsite parking
season ticket loan
tax-free technology scheme
discounted shopping
37 hour week
flexible working around core hours and Friday afternoons off
hybrid working
up to 2 additional days per month as TOIL
Personalised development plan
Airbus Leadership University and unlimited access to 10,000+ E-learning courses
internal mobility including international opportunities
Wellbeing benefits (including 24/7 online GP and mental health support)
Employee Assistance Programme
discounted family health / dental insurance / eye tests
cycle-to-work scheme
on-site canteen and coffee shop
Life assurance
enhanced pay for parental leave (23 weeks at 100% pay)
adoption / shared parental / caregiving leave
Wellbeing room
Multi-faith room
Employee Representative Groups (Gender, LGBTQ+, International, Generational, Disability, Social & Cultural Diversity, Neurodiversity)