Senior RF Engineer

Technology Innovation Institute

At DERC we are looking for an RF Engineer to integrate with the Signals, Acoustics & Electronics (SEA) team. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing, developing, and testing RF circuits used by the team. The candidate will perform activities such as:

• Design and build RF-test fixtures for small batch products
• Design and execute RF test plans for new and existing products.
• Operate and maintain RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, etc.
• Maintenance of existing legacy software, test fixtures and test equipment (fault finding to component level).
• Develop and implement automated tests for RF calibration.
• Troubleshoot and resolve RF performance issues.
• Automate test data analysis and generate detailed reports.
• Participate in design reviews and provide feedback on testability
• Working collaboratively with project team members.

Skills required for the job:

• 5 or more years of experience working in product-based test/manufacturing facilities.
• Experience working in lab environments and test facilities.
• Read and understand circuit schematics and diagrams.
• Experience debugging PCBs down to component level.
• SMT soldering and rework experience
• DIY attitude for creating and maintaining tools and fixtures. Ideally has familiarity with 3D-printing and laser cutting
• Basic CAD experience (Fusion 360, SolidWorks etc.)
• Experience in testing RF systems such as Beamformers, GPS receivers, etc.
• Experience in testing RF circuits in S, L, C, and X bands.
• Experience in Python or MATLAB to develop automation scripts.
• Experience in laboratory measurements using instruments such as VNA, spectrum Analyzer, oscilloscope, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to perform RF advanced RF characterization and measurement, such as EVM measurement, large signal S-parameter measurement of power amplifiers, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a multicultural research team with effective oral and
• written communication skills.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor/Master degree in Electronics, Telecommunications, or related fields.
• Communication skills for working in a multidisciplinary team.