Senior engineer with radio frequency and antenna expertise

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Senior RF & Antenna Engineer – Defence Radar Systems | Sweden

Overview

An exciting opportunity is available for a Senior RF & Antenna Engineer to join an advanced mm-wave radar development team. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer with 6+ years of expertise in radio frequency (RF) and antenna design, working on cutting-edge defence and sensor technology. The position is on-site in Sweden as part of an in-house development team, requiring Swedish citizenship due to defence industry regulations.

Key Responsibilities

? RF & Antenna Design & Development:

• Conduct concept investigations and feasibility studies for next-generation mm-wave radar systems
• Lead the design, simulation, and optimization of RF and antenna systems for high-performance radar applications
• Collaborate with microwave, digital hardware, and power electronics engineers to develop integrated radar solutions

? System Integration & Verification:

• Participate in requirements breakdown and system specification for RF and antenna designs
• Perform testing, validation, and performance verification in the laboratory
• Support troubleshooting, debugging, and integration with radar hardware and embedded systems

? Project Leadership & Technical Guidance:

• Provide technical expertise in RF design methodologies, circuit layouts, and antenna architectures
• Work in a cross-functional team with PCB designers, mechanical engineers, and system architects
• Contribute to continuous skills development in a fast-paced, high-tech environment

Requirements

? Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• 6+ years of experience in RF and antenna design for radar, telecommunications, or defence applications
• Strong background in mm-wave technology, RF circuit design, and antenna simulation tools

? Technical Expertise:

• Experience with RF components, filters, amplifiers, and PCB layout for high-frequency designs
• Hands-on proficiency in simulation and modelling tools (e.g., CST, HFSS, ADS)
• Knowledge of Texas Instruments, NXP, Infineon, FPGA, and DDR memory interfaces is a plus

? Soft Skills & Attributes:

• Self-motivated and proactive with a strong drive to deliver results
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills for complex system development
• Strong team collaboration and communication skills in a multi-disciplinary environment
• Fluent in Swedish (English is a plus)

Additional Information:

• Location: On-site in Sweden (must be a Swedish citizen due to defence industry regulations)
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 6 months (with extensions)

This is a unique opportunity for a highly skilled RF & Antenna Engineer to contribute to next-generation defence radar systems within a highly specialized, cutting-edge development environment.