Role Overview
We are looking for an experienced RF Design Engineer to join our Counter-Drone Systems engineering team. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing, developing, integrating, and validating RF and microwave subsystems used in advanced Counter-UAS and Electronic Warfare solutions.
This role requires expertise in RF front-end architecture, microwave circuit design, RF PCB development, transmitter and receiver systems, antenna interfaces, and defence-grade RF hardware. You will collaborate closely with Radar, Embedded Systems, FPGA, Signal Processing, Mechanical, and Software teams to develop production-ready defence systems.

Key Responsibilities
RF System Design
Design RF front-end architectures for Counter-Drone and Electronic Warfare systems.
Develop multi-band RF transmitter and receiver chains.
Design RF modules including:
Low Noise Amplifiers (LNA)
Power Amplifiers (PA)
Mixers
Filters
Couplers
Duplexers
Frequency Synthesizers
Perform RF link budget analysis and optimize overall system performance.




Support RF architecture definition and subsystem design reviews.
RF Hardware Development
Design RF PCBs and microwave hardware assemblies.
Select RF components based on performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
Review schematics and PCB layouts for RF integrity.
Ensure compliance with EMC/EMI requirements and defence environmental standards.
Support prototype development, manufacturing, and production release activities.
RF Testing & Validation
Perform RF characterization and testing using:
Vector Network Analyzer (VNA)
Spectrum Analyzer
Signal Generator
Power Meter
Oscilloscope
Develop RF test procedures and support automation where applicable.
Conduct subsystem integration, debugging, and performance optimization.
Support ATP, FAT, SAT, and customer acceptance testing.
System Integration
Integrate RF subsystems with:
Radar Systems
Antenna Systems
Electronic Warfare payloads
Signal Processing Modules
Embedded Systems
FPGA Platforms

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