Deputy Trials Leader – Radar Cross Section

Emsworth, Hampshire
Matchtech

In this permanent role, you will be integral to delivering a key service that enhances the protection of military platforms through advanced radar signature measurement and analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deploy as a member of the trial delivery team, including operating carry-on-board equipment on RN platforms.
• Lead the measurement team during trials when required.
• Support trial planning activities, encompassing technical, safety, security, and logistics aspects.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety, Environmental, and Security requirements at trials sites.
• Provide technical expertise for investment and customer projects.
• Support the delivery of new RCS measurement and analysis capabilities into service.
• Contribute to the operation of the RCS facility, proactively seeking process improvements.
• Assist facility engineering teams in maintaining and developing systems and equipment.

Job Requirements:

Essential Education, Qualifications and Training:

• Degree-level background in physics, engineering, or mathematics or with equivalent relevant experience.
• Good written and oral communication skills.

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required:

• Experience in radar systems (general, front-end RF/MW sub-systems, antennas).
• Understanding of physics (electromagnetism).
• Proficiency in Digital Signal Processing and Radar Cross Section (RCS).
• Experience in RF test and measurement.
• Strong IT skills, including word processors, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Must hold a full driving licence.

Desirable Criteria:

• Detailed RCS experience in modelling, measurements, and high-resolution imaging.
• History of working in military environments.
• Experience with radio communications.
• Health and Safety qualifications and experience.
• Data science skills and use of MATLAB.