May 10, 2026
Chief Engineer - High Power RF / Directed Energy
Location: Chelmsford, Essex (Hybrid - 2 days onsite)
Rate: £800 - £1000 per day (Inside IR35)
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12 Month Contract
Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced Chief Engineer to act as a technical authority within high-power RF and directed energy systems.
This is not a traditional delivery role tied to a single product. Instead, you will operate across a portfolio of customer-funded research and development programmes, shaping capability, guiding technical direction, and supporting the development of next-generation high-power sub-systems.
Due to the specialist nature of the work, we are open to individuals looking for either a permanent position or a short-term/advisory engagement.
The Role
You will provide technical leadership across high-power and RF sub-systems, supporting activity from early concept through to demonstration and low-rate production.
Key responsibilities include:
Acting as the technical...
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