Microwave Radiometer RF Engineer (entry level)
Core
Design, prototype, and validate high-precision passive microwave payloads for space-based Earth-observation missions.
Role type
Junior RF Microwave Radiometer Engineer
Builds
Passive microwave payloads for space missions
Domain
Aerospace / Space Systems / Microwave Engineering
Required skills
RF circuit design, S-parameter analysis, noise theory, electromagnetic simulation, RF test instrumentation, system budget analysis
Preferred skills
Python, MATLAB, space qualification standards (ECSS/ESA), satellite payload architectures, requirement management
Technologies
Keysight ADS, ANSYS HFSS, CST Studio
Responsibilities
Translate mission requirements into equipment specifications, develop schematic and electromagnetic models, assemble and test prototypes, support Assembly Integration and Testing (AIT), collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, author engineering reports
Seniority
Entry-level, hands-on IC
