Radio Frequency (RF) Communication & Networks Engineer
Core
Design, integrate, test, and optimize RF communication systems and networks for autonomous vehicles (air, land, sea) to ensure reliable connectivity in complex environments.
Role type
Senior RF Communications & Networks Engineer
Builds
RF communication systems, wireless networks, and data links for autonomous platforms
Domain
Aerospace, autonomous systems, RF engineering
Required skills
RF fundamentals (frequency, power, propagation, interference), antenna performance and placement, wireless network integration, system-level troubleshooting, RF testing and validation, multidisciplinary collaboration
Preferred skills
UAV/robotics experience, mesh networking, MAVLink/ArduPilot/PX4 familiarity, field trial support, Python/Bash scripting, RF test equipment usage
Technologies
RF modules, spectrum analysers, network analysers, autonomous vehicle platforms (MAVLink, ArduPilot, PX4)
Responsibilities
Own integration, testing, and optimization of RF systems; evaluate and select radio technologies; develop communication architectures; troubleshoot RF and connectivity challenges; optimize antenna performance; support vehicle integration and flight trials; establish testing approaches and benchmarks; contribute to future communications roadmap
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
