ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for an experienced Senior RF Engineer to lead the design, integration, testing and optimization of advanced RF communication systems supporting critical C4ISR and border security projects. This role will involve working across secure communications, surveillance, radar, tactical radio, microwave, SATCOM, and LTE/5G technologies. You will play a key role in developing RF architectures, optimizing network coverage, conducting spectrum analysis, and ensuring reliable communications across challenging operational environments.
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RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design, develop and review RF network architectures for radar, surveillance, tactical communications, microwave, SATCOM, LTE/5G and sensor systems.
- Perform RF link budget calculations, frequency planning, spectrum analysis and propagation modelling.
- Conduct site surveys, antenna placement studies, coverage assessments and field measurements.
- Integrate RF communication systems with C4ISR command-and-control and other mission-critical platforms.
- Test, troubleshoot and optimize RF equipment, antennas, radios, microwave links and SDR systems.
- Identify and mitigate interference issues to improve network coverage, reliability and performance.
- Support RF system deployment, commissioning, field validation and acceptance testing.
- Contribute to digital twin integration through RF simulation, coverage prediction and propagation modelling.
- Prepare technical documentation, including RF design reports, frequency plans, link budgets and test reports.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications or a related discipline.
- Minimum 5 years of relevant RF Engineering experience.
- Strong experience in RF design, frequency planning, link budget analysis, propagation modelling and RF optimization.
- Hands-on exposure to radios, antennas, microwave links, SDR, SATCOM, LTE/5G or tactical communication systems.
- Experience in RF field testing, troubleshooting, site surveys and coverage assessments.
- Good understanding of spectrum management, interference analysis and mitigation.
- Fluent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in Defence, Military Communications, C4ISR, Border Security, Surveillance or Tactical Communication projects.
- Experience with RF design and simulation tools such as Pathloss, HFSS, ATDI ICS Telecom, ATDI HTZ, MATLAB or similar platforms.
- Exposure to radar systems, sensor communication networks and secure communication environments.
- Experience integrating RF systems with command-and-control platforms and mission-critical systems.
- Professional Engineer (PE) licence or relevant RF, telecommunications or wireless communication certifications.
WHY CHOOSE THE COMPANY
At the company, the real investment goes beyond compensation. Through our dedicated learning academy and digital learning platforms, employees have access to extensive opportunities to develop new skills, deepen their expertise, and advance their careers. Combined with the freedom to innovate, strong career support, and the opportunity to collaborate with world-class talent from across the globe, the company is a place where you can continue to grow, keep learning, and turn ambitious ideas into meaningful outcomes.
Working at the company also comes with a package that genuinely reflects how much we value our people. Salaries are highly competitive and tax-free and, depending on your role and seniority, benefits can include family visas, annual flight tickets, medical insurance for you and your dependents, and education allowances for your children.
CANDIDATE PRIVACY & EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
If you feel your skills, experience and potential are a strong match for a role, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement. We are genuinely interested in what you can bring to the company.
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The company is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing workforce. We believe every individual deserves to be treated with fairness, respect and dignity, and our employment decisions reflect that. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, religion, gender, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
As a global organisation, effective collaboration across international teams is central to how we work, so English proficiency is required for all roles unless otherwise stated in the job posting.
