Field Applications Engineer (SDR) – Graduate Opportunity

Our client is recruiting for a Field Applications Engineer (SDR) to join Landguard Systems Limited, a specialist in software-defined radio and advanced communications systems used across defence, security, and high-performance signal processing applications.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Graduate Field Applications Engineer or early-career engineer with a background in electronics or computer science who is interested in SDR, RF systems, and digital communications.

About the Company

Landguard Systems Limited develops advanced software-defined radio (SDR) and communications technology used for signal processing, communications testing, and defence-related applications including military and police sectors.

The company sits at the intersection of software engineering, RF engineering, and embedded systems, delivering cutting-edge radio technology used in real-world mission-critical environments.

Location: Fareham, Hampshire, UK

Salary: Up to £35,000

Must have: UK driving licence and British passport

The Role

As a Field Applications Engineer (SDR), you will act as the technical link between the company’s engineering team and its customers. You will help users integrate and understand SDR technology by building example software, troubleshooting systems, and demonstrating capabilities.

This is a hybrid role combining software engineering, technical support, and customer-facing engineering, ideal for graduates who want to specialise in SDR and communications systems.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Writing and testing SDR applications using tools such as Python, C/C++, MATLAB, and GNU Radio

Supporting customers with system integration and debugging

Creating technical demos and example projects

Writing clear technical documentation and user guides

Working with internal engineers to improve products and features

About You

This role would suit a Graduate Field Applications Engineer with a degree in Electronics, Computer Science, or a related discipline.

If you would like to discuss this role, please contact Georgia Cook at the Octagon Group.