Chief Engineer (Space & Defence)
Filtronic
Lead technical bids, develop RF product strategy, and drive market engagement for space & defence.
7 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Sedgefield, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
200 Employees
Service Specialisms
Contract electronics manufacturing
Hybrid microelectronics assembly
Electro‑mechanical assembly
Technical support
After‑sales service
Procurement & supply chain control
Rapid prototyping (NPI)
Environmental testing
Sector Specialisms
Aerospace
Critical Communications
Defence
Space
Telecommunications
Role
What you would be doing
bid strategy
competitive analysis
rf capability
product collateral
technical content
customer advocacy
- Champion the voice of the customer in internal product planning discussions
- Own the technical response strategy for major bids (e.g., ESA, MOD, NATO, commercial primes)
- Collaborate with engineering and commercial teams to ensure proposal alignment with customer requirements and compliance criteria
- Conduct competitive analysis and gather customer intelligence to steer R&D investment priorities
- Define and refine RF product capabilities based on market needs and programme trends in space and defence
- Build and sustain trusted relationships with procurement, engineering, and programme teams within major customers
- Provide market and customer insights to influence the product development lifecycle and go-to-market strategies
- Develop and maintain compelling product collateral, capability briefs, and white papers that demonstrate our strengths in RF innovation
- Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and technical forums to promote brand awareness and market relevance
- Translate complex engineering capabilities into winning proposal content
- Act as a technical advisor to key customers, ensuring alignment with both short-term project needs and long-term strategic roadmaps
What you bring
software-defined
rf subsystems
export control
rf degree
technical writing
collaboration
- Knowledge of software-defined or digitally enhanced RF systems
- Excellent collaboration skills; able to work across functions and manage inputs from diverse technical teams
- Degree in RF Engineering, Electronics, Physics, or equivalent technical discipline (Master's or PhD advantageous)
- High attention to detail, with a commitment to proposal quality and compliance
- Experience bridging technical and commercial domains in a customer-facing role
- Strong strategic thinking with commercial awareness
- Organised, deadline-driven, and able to manage multiple bid timelines concurrently
- Familiarity with UK/US export control regulations (ITAR, EAR, UK Export Control)
- Strong understanding of RF subsystems, including amplifiers, filters, and integrated modules for aerospace or secure communication systems
- Exceptional technical writing and communication skills, with a proven ability to distil complex ideas into clear, compelling messaging
- Proven success in writing or contributing to complex, high-value technical proposals for major programmes or frameworks (e.g., ESA, UK MOD, NATO, large defence primes)
- Significant experience in RF/microwave systems, technical product management, or bid leadership in the space or defence sectors
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Security clearance- must be able to pass uk security clearance (sc) vetting process.
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Company
Overview
- Has been a key player in designing cutting-edge RF and microwave solutions.
- Creates systems that power critical communications for both commercial and defense sectors.
- Designs high-performance antennas, amplifiers, and transceivers for military and industrial use.
- Drives innovations in telecom and aerospace industries with a strong technical foundation.
- Develops complex, high-frequency components for next-gen wireless networks.
- History marked by pioneering developments in microwave technology and signal processing.
- Products are widely used in mission-critical applications such as satellite communications, radar systems, and broadband infrastructure.
- With a global footprint, serves markets across Europe, North America, and beyond, maintaining a reputation for quality and precision.
- A standout fact: Was one of the first to introduce gallium arsenide-based solutions for high-performance communication systems.
- Innovation - Continuously improving through technology and expertise.
- Customer Focus - Delivering high-quality solutions that meet customer needs.
- Collaboration - Working together across teams and sectors to achieve common goals.
- Agility - Responding quickly to market demands and technological challenges.
- Integrity - Conducting business honestly, with transparency and respect.
2050
Net Zero Target
Committed to achieving net zero emissions by the year 2050 across all operations and supply chain.
- Investing in energy-efficient manufacturing processes.
- Commitment to reducing carbon footprint in production and operations.
- Adopting sustainable sourcing practices for raw materials.
- Regularly assessing environmental impact to identify areas for improvement.
- Increasing representation of women in engineering roles.
- Striving for a balanced workforce across all levels of the company.
- Fostering a culture of inclusion and mutual respect within the organization.
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