Senior RF Engineer
Core
Technical authority for RF hardware behind airspace security products (RF detection sensors and countermeasure systems for drones), owning wideband receive and high-power transmit chains from simulation to physical realization.
Role type
Senior IC RF hardware engineer (technical lead)
Builds
RF detection sensors, countermeasure systems, and associated RF front-end architecture for drone airspace security
Domain
Defense/Security, RF Hardware, Aerospace
Required skills
RF front-end architecture (VHF/SHF), mixers, high-power amplifiers (>10W), RF simulation (EM/circuit), multi-layer RF PCB design, RF measurement (VNAs/spectrum analyzers), technical leadership, design reviews
Preferred skills
Antenna design/integration, direction-finding techniques, beamforming (analog/digital/hybrid), SDR platforms, regulated market qualification (CE/FCC/MIL-STD), DSP concepts
Technologies
ADS, AWR, HFSS, CST, VNAs, spectrum analyzers, signal generators
Responsibilities
Own RF front-end architecture from VHF through SHF including link budgets and frequency planning; Design and characterize mixers, high-power amplifiers, filters, and switching networks; Drive board-level simulation and multi-layer RF PCB layout; Lead bring-up, characterization, and design-for-test; Set and enforce RF design standards and documentation; Mentor RF HW engineers and antenna designers; Partner with DSP, software, mechanical, and regulatory teams; Advise leadership on technology direction and technical risk
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with technical leadership
