RF Test Engineer

As a RF Test Engineer, you will join our Guildford team to support our activities within the consumer products sector. Are you an experienced RF Test Engineer looking to contribute to cutting-edge testing projects? Join ALTEN and support a radio testing initiative for consumer products in a lab-based environment. You’ll play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of RF testing processes, working with advanced equipment and collaborating with a dynamic engineering team.
This is your chance to work in a structured and compliant environment, where precision and accuracy are paramount. If you have a passion for RF testing and validation, this role is for you.
Location: Guildford
On-site: Full Time
Seniority: 2+ Years of Experience
Roles Available: 1

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct RF testing using equipment such as spectrum analyzers and oscilloscopes.
• Operate RF chambers and ensure compliance with testing standards.
• Assist in the day-to-day scheduling and execution of lab activities.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to validate and test products.

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field, or relevant technical military background with equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of experience in RF testing.
• Hands-on experience with spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, and RF chamber operations.
• Strong understanding of RF principles and testing methodologies.
• Ability to work in a structured environment, ensuring accreditation and compliance with standards.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with automated testing systems or test scripting.
• Familiarity with industry-specific testing standards (e.g., ETSI, FCC, or similar).
• Knowledge of consumer product testing and validation processes.

Key Competencies

• Analytical Thinking: Ability to interpret RF test data and ensure accuracy.
• Problem-Solving: Innovative approach to troubleshooting and resolving testing challenges.
• Communication: Clear and concise documentation and team collaboration.
• Adaptability: Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced lab environment.

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.
ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
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.