RF (Radio Frequency) Engineer

RADIO FREQUENCY (RF) ENGINEER

Job Location: Melbourne, Victoria – We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements.

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space – there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Role Description:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer to join our JORN program.

The RF Engineer will work within the Antenna IPT team and will be responsible for the design and development of RF systems and/ or equipment in accordance with contractual and Company requirements to achieve the required RF performance.

Core Duties:

• Derive, analyse, document and manage RF system/ equipment requirements
• Develop simple RF system/ equipment architectural designs to meet established set of requirements that address manufacturing, maintenance and support lifecycle
• Undertake functional and circuit analysis to determine strengths and weaknesses of candidate RF system/ equipment solutions
• Undertake the integration and validation of the RF system/ equipment design including contributing to the integration and validation plans and reports
• Work within a cross functional engineering team
• Assemble and test prototype hardware and test support systems
• Make engineering decisions within own sphere of responsibility and delegated authority
• Take responsibility for contributing to team planning, risk management, product safety, quality and Safety, Health & Environment (SHE)

Essential Skills:

• Degree level qualifications in an Engineering discipline or similar
• Demonstrated experience within the RF engineering discipline
• Experience developing simple RF equipment designs, participating in design reviews, undertaking typical design analyses and implementing electrical solutions, its integration, validation and qualification testing
• Experience with modelling tools such as Altair Feko, Ansys HFSS
• Proficient in test and measurement of RF devices with vector network analysers and other standard test equipment
• Be able to travel to between BAE Systems’ locations and undertake site works as needed
• Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain
• Eligibility to be cleared for International Traffic In Arms (ITAR) regulations

The JORN Team

The Jindalee Operational Radar Network (JORN) is a connected series of three remote over-the-horizon radars (OTHR) located in Queensland, the Northern Territory and Western Australia. The state-of-the-art defence system provides wide-area surveillance at ranges of 1,000 to 3,000 kilometres and plays a vital role in supporting the Australian Defence Force’s (ADF) air and maritime operations, border protection, disaster relief and rescue operations.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work – this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family – support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

We support our veteran community through VetNet Australia, along with initiatives such as Reserve Service Leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program, and partner-supported programs.

We welcome applications from all candidates and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180 and recipients of the Benchmarcx Top Employer for Candidate Experience Excellence 2026. As members of the Circle Back Initiative, we commit to responding to every applicant.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss the support you may need. You can also connect with us via Careers and Employment.

Security statement

Please note, as a defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain one. Further information regarding security clearances. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. Please visit this webpage for more information.