Job Title:  Associate Research Engineer (RF Signatures)

Package:  Competitive Salary + Benefits

Role ID:     SF20254

Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we’re not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting-edge defence technology to ground-breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as an Associate Research Engineer (RF Signatures) at our Farnborough site, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.

The Role
As an Associate Research Engineer (RF Signatures), you will contribute to the development of solutions that reduce and manage platform detectability across land and maritime domains.

Day-to-day, you’ll support the design, analysis, testing, and delivery of RF signature solutions, working within a multidisciplinary team to solve complex engineering challenges and produce high-quality technical outputs.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Contribute to RF signature design, analysis, testing, and reporting
• Support the development of engineering solutions using materials and structural design approaches
• Produce technical artefacts including CAD models, reports, and engineering documentation
• Support trials, testing, and validation activities including data analysis and interpretation
• Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and engage with internal stakeholders
• Identify technical risks and contribute to mitigation activities

Essential experience of the Associate Research Engineer (RF Signatures): 

• Strong engineering analysis and structured problem-solving skills
• Experience contributing to engineering design, development, or technical problem solving
• Competence in CAD tools such as SolidWorks
• Ability to produce clear and accurate engineering documentation and reports
• Understanding of core engineering fundamentals including materials and design principles
• Hands-on, proactive approach with experience working in multidisciplinary teams

Essential qualifications for the Associate Research Engineer (RF Signatures):

Master’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline (e.g. Mechanical, Aerospace, Materials)

We value difference and we don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you. 

This role is 37 hours per week based at our Farnborough site site with a minimum average site attendance of three days per week.

Farnborough

At our Farnborough site exciting work takes place at our state-of-the-art facility, with high-energy laser technologies, our 5m pressurised wind tunnel which has a simulation capability that is unique in the UK and our large research and development projects is a real hub of creativity, research and innovation. Join our talented teams of Engineers, IT & Cyber Specialists, Project Managers, Group Functions Teams and many more to provide future defences in the UK.

Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.

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Our Recruitment Process:

At QinetiQ we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible and welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe that a diverse mix of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences drives innovation and leads to better outcomes for our people, customers and communities. We encourage applications from all candidates and are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing internal_recruitment@qinetiq.com. One of our recruitment team will contact you.

Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed, applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions, which means factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.

Why Join QinetiQ?

As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.

As a QinetiQ employee, you’ll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experiences enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork, and pulling together, you’ll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture. www.qinetiq.com/en/careers/life-at-qinetiq

Our Benefits

• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
• Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
• Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more
• We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
• Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community