Parker Hannifin
Electromagnetics Design Engineer
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Electromagnetics Design Engineer
Antenna & Electromagnetic Engineer – Radome Design & Development
Position Summary
Parker are a global leader in the research, design, integration, manufacture, certification, and lifetime service of flight control, hydraulic, fluid conveyance, thermal management, lubrication, and pneumatic systems and components for aerospace and other high-technology markets. We support the world’s aircraft and aero engine manufacturers, providing a century of experience and innovation for commercial and military aircraft.
Joining our team means you are helping to deliver our purpose of “Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow”. A career at Parker Meggitt offers boundless potential for professional and personal growth. You will work alongside the brightest minds in the world, help develop innovative technology and products, and contribute to our company’s goal of solving the world’s greatest engineering challenges.
We have succeeded in employing the top talent in the industry by focusing our hiring efforts on the individual, not the job description. If you are an inquisitive thinker with great ideas and a desire to succeed, we will find the perfect spot for you on our team.
Role Overview
We are currently recruiting to support radome design & development for current and future projects within the Microwave Design Team at the Parker Meggitt site in Stevenage.
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As an experienced Antenna & Electromagnetic Engineer, reporting to the Microwave Design Team Lead, you will:
- Work within a small, specialist team designing, simulating, analysing, and testing radomes and enclosed antennas for diverse platforms.
- Identify emerging technologies, manage research activities, and develop product specifications.
- Lead RF design, analysis, and participate in qualification testing for new products.
This position offers an opportunity to expand expertise in Electromagnetics and Antenna engineering through formal and on-site training, helping you master new concepts and refine existing skills.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Deliverables
- Conduct EM technology scanning and opportunity development, including managing emerging technology research.
- Support new business opportunities with technical expertise.
- Define system and RF requirements from high-level specifications.
- Perform radome and antenna RF design, simulations, and performance tests.
- Offer ongoing technical support for legacy products in response to customer queries.
- Serve as the lead engineer on selected new product designs.
- Compile and present technical reports and findings for internal and external stakeholders.
Minimum Qualifications & Experience
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- Bachelor’s or higher degree in electrical, electronics, antenna engineering, or physics.
- 3–5 years of post-qualification experience in RF and antenna product design.
- Demonstrated expertise in antennas and radomes (particularly within aerospace/defence).
- Proven proficiency across RF designs (2–40 GHz range).
- Strong mastery of full-wave simulation tools such as CST Microwave Studio/Ansys HFSS.
- Skilled in MATLAB programming for design validation.
- “Hands-on” experience ensuring qualification and product acceptance testing.
- Collaborative spirit, clear communication, and a proactive attitude.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Benefits
Parker Meggitt provides a total rewards package prioritising employee wellbeing, career growth, and financial security:
- Early Friday finishes
- Competitive pay & annual bonus scheme
- Buy & Sell holiday provision
- Significant pension contribution (up to 10% from the company)
- Career progression opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program (health & wellbeing)
- Employee Perkz (advanced discount programmes on products & services)
- Income protection
- Purple Up (committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering an affirmative culture)
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