Critical Placement for a UK Space Pioneer

The Challenge

The client needed to urgently replace an engineer in the RF design team with a highly specific and rare skill set. This included full life cycle experience in RF systems across design, build, verification, and documentation, plus expertise in developing products such as amplifiers, mixers, and filters. With the added requirement of operating at high frequencies up to 70 GHz, the candidate pool was extremely limited. The hire was business critical, supporting both replacement strategies and the introduction of new market leading products.

Our Solution

To meet the unique needs, the team leveraged existing networks and expanded the search across the UK to locate a senior level specialist. The approach was consultative and agile, adapting to feedback from weekly client catch ups to fine tune the search.

• Mapped the Market: Ran a focused search across the Stevenage region and beyond to identify talent with the precise technical background and industry experience.
• Leveraged Networks: Used long standing relationships and prior placements to reach highly qualified candidates not actively on the market.
• Applied Tailored Strategies: Maintained regular weekly calls with the hiring manager to adapt criteria swiftly given the niche requirements.

The Outcome

A senior RF Design Engineer was placed with direct experience in high frequency projects and a strong portfolio of RF product development. Based within a manageable distance of the site, they integrated quickly into the team, familiar with the pace and standards of UK defence and space projects. The hire plays a pivotal role in driving new product development and ensuring continuity following the previous engineer’s departure.