Radio Frequency Engineer

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The SAR Product team is seeking an outstanding, self-motivated RF Engineer to contribute to the development of RF systems and RF instruments for ground, airborne and satellite products. This RF engineer will report to the Product Technical Lead.

The successful candidate shall have a demonstrated history of taking initiative in driving RF and microwave device development, using a combination of EM simulations and prototypes. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are a must.

Your Responsibilities: Create electromagnetic simulation models of hardware (Filters, RF PCB layout, Power amplifiers) to design and evaluate performance (Altair, HFSS, TICRA, ADS);

Expertise in RF instrumentation (Spectrum analysers, VNA, Signal Generators, etc.);

Work in close collaboration with hardware, FPGA, DSP, and software engineers to design and validate RF systems;

Shall be able to prepare test plans and test reports and perform RF Lab Tests.

What We're Looking For: Should have more than one year of working experience in antenna/RF technologies design, testing and qualification;

Should have an advanced understanding of electromagnetic theory and electronic properties of materials;

Familiarity with digital signal processing and software defined radios;

Focus on requirements and problems analysis;

Capable of writing and consulting documentation;

Experience in automated test;

Language Requirements: Advanced proficiency in Portuguese and English, with proven fluency at the C2 level in both languages;

Team spirit and good integration skills.

What we have to offer you

A dynamic and collaborative working environment, with the opportunity to make a real impact

A competitive salary package, aligned with your proven level of experience

Meal allowance and health insurance for employees

Shuttle transport service to the offices in Leiria, Caldas da Rainha and Ponte de Sor

Bonus in line with company policy

Access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

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