RF Systems

Company Overview

At Tracker, our culture is people focused; we believe our people are our greatest assets, and we are committed to being an employer of choice in our industry. Tracker offers an engaging and diverse work environment which permits our people to take pride in their contributions and share in the company's success. We have a clear focus around the mental health of our people. They can expect the space to showcase their talent, sharpen their skills, develop new capabilities, and be a part of a collaborative, friendly team that delivers for each other and our customers.

Our purpose is to provide peace of mind by protecting what matters to our customers, whether these are individual end users of our services, SMEs, large corporates, dealer groups, or insurers.

We are the leading provider of Stolen Vehicle Recovery services in the UK, with strong additional capability in fleet and insurance telematics. We have two genuinely unique selling points, the proprietary VHF technology we use and the formal relationship we have with UK policing, which clearly differentiate us from our competitors. As part of the work that we do with UK policing we are making a genuine difference to society by helping to tackle organised criminality; in 2025 alone, we helped them close down over 60 chop shops, whilst supporting on multiple investigations.

Tracker is a subsidiary of CalAmp, a pure-play pioneer of the Connected Car, Connected Truck and broader Internet of Things (IoT) marketplace, based in California.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to work for a market leading, well-established company with the opportunity to really accelerate our growth, as well as their own.

Job Context

Tracker is currently seeking an experienced RF Systems and Product Test Engineer, to join a well-established market leading Telematics and Stolen Vehicle Recovery Company based in Uxbridge.

As RF Systems and Product Test Engineer, you will have experience in the Automotive sector, responsible for the testing of RF systems and products, developing and executing test plans to ensure system and product quality and performance, working closely with internal and external design and development teams. This position is based from our warehouse in West Drayton, Middlesex,
to carry out testing
with regular visits to the office in Uxbridge, as well as occasional site visits.

Main Responsibilities

• Testing and Optimization: Build and test prototype equipment and solutions, measure performance parameters, and troubleshoot issues to enhance system and product reliability.
• Regulatory Compliance: To ensure that products meet industry standards and government regulations regarding electromagnetic emissions and safety.
• Test Program Delivery: Produce test schedules and diagnostic procedures for RF products and systems. This will include performing test procedures to capture data and deliver test reports based on product specifications and business requirements.
• Integration Testing: Conduct testing across multi-vendor devices and systems, ensuring that all components work together as intended, this may occasionally involve working with third party developers, specialised test houses and laboratories.
• Data Analysis: Analyse and interpret test data to evaluate product performance and compliance, this includes generating performance metric reports and providing recommendations for improvements.
• Collaboration: Reporting to the Senior Networks Operations Manager and working closely with contracted design partners, service providers and in-house engineering teams to maintain and deliver market leading products. Collaborate with both suppliers and customers to analyse product performance and define recommendations for ongoing improvement programs.
• Documentation: Define, document, and specify test processes and procedures for new products. Prepare engineering reports and conduct regular technical reviews with stakeholder.

Experience / Primary Requirements

• Educational Background: a minimum of HNC/HND/BTEC higher level engineering qualification or equivalent, or successful completion of an accredited apprenticeship scheme in a related technical field will be typically required.
• Technical Proficiency: Firm knowledge of electronic device testing and use of electronic test equipment, including a good level of IT competency are essential requirements for this role and knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) methods would be beneficial.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in understanding schematic diagrams, knowledge of electromagnetic theory, experienced with RF test equipment and working with RF systems are crucial.
• Personal Skills: Effective communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills are essential, as an RF engineer you will often need to explain complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential for identifying issues and optimizing test processes.
• Communication Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for collaborating with team members and presenting findings to stakeholders.