Lead Systems Engineer - LO Emission Control & RF Interoperability
Core
Direct efforts to minimize system electromagnetic signatures while ensuring RF systems co-exist without degradation for airborne platforms and ground components.
Role type
Lead Systems Engineer (RF Interoperability & Low Observability)
Builds
Low-signature operational concepts, RF deconfliction strategies, and system-level integration/verification for defence platforms.
Domain
Defence / Aerospace / Electronic Warfare
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
RF and EMC co-site interoperability, multi-sensor RF integration (AESA radar, datalinks, ESM), interference and intermodulation analysis, antenna placement trade-offs, testing campaign execution (lab/flight), requirements traceability, supplier technical exchange management.
Preferred skills
Low-observability and signature-management mindset (LPI/LPD), translating requirements into verification outcomes in regulated aerospace environments, leading technical closure with suppliers.
Technologies
AESA radars, datalinks, electronic support measures (ESM), filtering, blanking, shielding, cable routing.
Responsibilities
Design and manage emission control and RF deconfliction for overall systems; Ensure daily RF interoperability across airborne payloads; Plan and execute comprehensive EMC/EMI co-site assessments; Define frequency plans, channelisation, and emission control profiles; Establish signature-aware operation concepts including passive-first tactics; Develop robust integration concepts for antenna placement and isolation; Coordinate with structural teams to manage unintended emissions via shielding and filtering.
Seniority
Lead, hands-on IC with strategic guidance