This role will support the Radio Frequency (RF) Group with testing of components, manufacture of cables and equipment, maintenance, design and development, collection and presentation  of data analysis.

Duties:

• Contribute to the overall work of the RF Group with particular responsibility for certain aspects of the RF systems, including; Ensuring that a good supply of RF connectors, splitters, cables and other RF components are available and in good condition; Characterisation and calibration of a variety of RF components; General spares holding and stock check of all components; Manufacture and assembly of test equipment and auxiliary systems;
• Responsible for providing Operating instructions and training as requested by Group Leader or line manager but including systems assembled and tested in 1 above;
• Contribute to the general commissioning, system calibration, system set-up and other studies related to the RF systems;
• Assist in the drawing up of manufacturing and test specifications;
• Assist in the design and build of ‘in house’ test equipment;
• Assist in the development of RF equipment as required;
• Work closely with other members of the RF Group on RF, electrical and mechanical areas and projects;
• Supervision of procurement contracts including witnessing of factory tests;
• Supervision of Contractors and Technicians;
• To carry out additional tasks and responsibilities as nominated by the Line Manager or Group Leader subject to appropriate knowledge, experience and training;
• Comply with, and where appropriate contribute to the development of, Diamond Health and Safety procedures and policies;
• Contribute/Responsible for ensuring safe working practices, relating to the maintenance and operation of the amplifier systems. This includes developing procedures and monitoring that people are working safely;
• Flexible approach to the working conditions, working hours and environment.

• A good honours degree (or equivalent qualification) in Physics or an appropriate branch of Engineering;
• Basic electronics testing;
• Some professional experience;
• A desire to learn and face new challenges;
• A willingness to take on a variety of tasks;
• An ability to work independently, as well as to contribute effectively as part of a larger team; 
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

• Radio Frequency Engineering;
• Experience with electronic test equipment (oscilloscope, spectrum analyser, network analyser etc.).

• Occasional travel on company business, usually within the UK and with occasional overnight stays;
• Occasional shift work during commissioning and in support of regular operations.