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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Antenna Systems Engineer - **Company:** Tata Technologies Limited - **Location:** Woking, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** LTE (Telecommunication), Systems Engineering, Bluetooth, Cyber Security, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Radio-Frequency Identification, Performance Tuning, ISO/IEC 15504, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Subsystems, Systems Architecture, Wi-Fi Technology, 5G NR, GNSS - **Published:** September 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2840693172-senior-antenna-systems-engineer ## About the Role * Extensive experience with automotive antenna systems: GPS/GNSS, DAB, FM/AM, and SXM * Strong experience working at vehicle system level within an automotive OEM environment * Proven hands-on experience with radio tuners and antenna amplifiers, including system matching and performance optimization * Solid understanding of RF fundamentals, antenna theory, and electromagnetics * Demonstrated ownership of DFMEA and DVP&R in an automotive product development lifecycle * Experience with antenna and RF testing: chamber, bench, and vehicle-level measurements * Strong capability in interpreting RF performance data and driving system-level decisions * Experience managing and technically leading Tier-1 suppliers * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills * Experience defining OEM-level antenna performance requirements and standards * Knowledge of EMC/EMI and vehicle noise mitigation strategies * Familiarity with active antenna design, LNAs, filters, and RF front-end architectures * Exposure to connected vehicle antennas (LTE/5G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, V2X) * Understanding of OEM vehicle development processes (APQP, DV/PV, PPAP, change management) * Experience supporting global vehicle platforms and multi-region regulatory requirements, * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, RF Engineering, or a related discipline * Extensive experience in antenna and RF system engineering, preferably within an automotive OEM If you are passionate about bringing innovation to the projects you work on and want to join a global company, then this is the place for you. ## Description Our Embedded Systems Solutions department (ESS) encompasses all activities outlined under the Automotive SPICE (ASPICE) process framework, including systems engineering, software engineering, coding, and all levels of functional testing. Beyond core development, ESS also integrates critical supporting processes such as project management, risk assessment, functional safety, and cybersecurity, ensuring compliance with ASPICE standards and delivering reliable, secure, and high-quality embedded systems & solutions., We are seeking a Senior Antenna System Engineer to own the vehicle-level antenna system architecture, performance, and validation for automotive platforms. This role is responsible for end-to-end antenna system definition and integration for GPS/GNSS, DAB, FM/AM, and Satellite Radio (SXM), working closely with internal infotainment, telematics, EMC, and vehicle engineering teams, as well as managing Tier-1 suppliers. The position includes strong ownership of DFMEA and DVP&R activities and close collaboration with radio tuner and antenna amplifier development teams to ensure robust, production-ready RF performance., * Own the vehicle antenna system architecture across multiple vehicle platforms and programs * Define system requirements and performance targets for GPS/GNSS, DAB, FM/AM, and SXM antennas * Specify antenna concepts (roof, glass, shark-fin, bumper, mirror, etc.) considering styling, vehicle packaging, cost, and manufacturing constraints * Define interfaces between antennas, antenna amplifiers, cabling, and radio tuners Vehicle Integration & Performance * Lead vehicle-level antenna integration, placement, grounding, and interaction with BIW, trims, and glass * Ensure optimal system performance in real-world vehicle environments, including mitigation of detuning, coupling, and noise * Work closely with radio tuner teams to optimize system sensitivity, selectivity, and robustness DFMEA, DVP & Validation * Lead DFMEA for antenna and RF systems; identify risks, define mitigation strategies, and track closure across development phases * Own and approve DVP&R / DVP plans for antenna systems at component, subsystem, and vehicle levels * Review and approve validation results, ensuring compliance with OEM targets and regulatory requirements * Support DV/PV, EMC, and vehicle-level sign-off activities * Act as the technical interface to Tier-1 suppliers for antennas, amplifiers, and RF components * Review and approve supplier designs, simulations, DFMEA, DVP results, and change requests * Drive technical issue resolution with suppliers and internal stakeholders * Support sourcing decisions and technical evaluations during supplier nomination Cross-Functional Leadership * Collaborate with infotainment, telematics, EMC, body engineering, styling, manufacturing, and quality teams * Participate in system design reviews, vehicle milestones, and program gateways * Contribute to OEM antenna standards, design guidelines, and lessons learned * Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership within the antenna/RF domain ## Related Videos - [Building a Cross-Platform BLE Client with Kotlin Multiplatform and Kable](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100250-building-a-cross-platform-ble-client-with-kotlin-multiplatform-and-kable) - [On developing smartphones on wheels](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/258-on-developing-smartphones-on-wheels) - [Prototyping with Hardware and the Web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/651-prototyping-with-hardware-and-the-web) - [Car's are Technology on Wheels - Impact of Software and IT Competence in Automotive](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/780-car-s-are-technology-on-wheels-impact-of-software-and-it-competence-in-automotive) - [Agile work at CARIAD – Creating a customer web application for controlling the vehicle ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/200-agile-work-at-cariad-creating-a-customer-web-application-for-controlling-the-vehicle) - [Project Fugu: Extending the web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/832-project-fugu-extending-the-web) ## Related Articles - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Best Companies in the Netherlands: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/193-best-companies-in-the-netherlands-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [The Biggest German Tech Companies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/424-the-biggest-german-tech-companies) - [Best Companies to Work For in Austria: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/192-best-companies-to-work-for-in-austria-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [The CAMARA Project: How Telcos Collaborating Improves Developer Experience](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/671-the-camara-project-how-telcos-collaborating-improves-developer-experience)