RF Test & Laboratory Engineer

As an RF Test and Laboratory Engineer you will join our team in Portsmouth to support our activities within the Space sector. 

You will work within a controlled laboratory and cleanroom environment supporting the testing, validation, and fault investigation of RF and microwave assemblies. This role sits between design and production, ensuring high-frequency systems meet strict quality and performance requirements..

• Location: Portsmouth
• On Site: Full time 
• Clearance: SC clearable
• Experience Level: Mid level

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform RF testing using VNA, spectrum analysers, and RF laboratory equipment
• Conduct high-frequency measurements (insertion loss, return loss, phase matching)
• Operate within a controlled lab or cleanroom environment, adhering to strict procedures
• Execute structured test plans and record accurate technical data
• Support fault diagnosis using time-domain analysis and RF measurement techniques
• Produce detailed test reports and maintain traceable documentation
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to ensure compliance with aerospace standards