Radio Frequency Technician

Thales Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace and defense company in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced RF Engineer with over 10 years of experience in RF products assembly, integration, and tests for defense and/or space applications. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in RF measurement, strong skills in microwave technologies, and the ability to mentor junior technicians. The role involves leading the integration and testing of RF products, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and preparing detailed technical documentation. Competitive salaries and career advancement opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in RF products assembly, integration, and tests for defense and/or space applications.
• Experience on RF solid-state power amplifiers, receivers, and antennas near-field tests is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform the integration, tuning, and tests of RF products.
• Manage and lead execution of near-field tuning and tests of AESA antennas.
• Oversee validation of antenna performance in the near-field environment.
• Contribute to troubleshooting near-field technical challenges.
• Work closely with software/hardware engineering on product integration.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation.
• Act as a mentor and technical referent for junior technicians.

Skills

Microwave technologies

Power and RF test benches

Technical troubleshooting

Mentoring junior technicians

Analytical skills

Communication in Arabic/English

Education

Bachelor in RF measurement

Job description

Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible. Thales has built a presence in the United Arab Emirates for over 35 years, and today has over 300 employees. Thales in the UAE is part of our Middle East business that has 1,800 people across Egypt, Iraq, Kuwait, KSA, Lebanon, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar and UAE. Together we delivered technology for the Dubai metro, the longest driverless metro network in the world and a fare collection system that processes up to 250,000 transactions per day. We make UAE a safer place by providing secure electronic payment solutions, cyber security systems and communications as well as security systems for Dubai International Airport and air traffic management and navigation systems for Abu Dhabi’s airport.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform the integration, tuning and tests of RF building blocks / products in line with procedures and quality standards
• Manage and lead the execution of near-field tuning and test of AESA antennas in anechoic chamber, ensuring their correct setup and calibration during the measurement process
• Oversee the validation of antenna performance in the near-field environment
• With the support of the local technical referent in RF measurement and of the experts from the business lines, participate to troubleshooting near-field technical challenges and propose/implement improvement process initiatives
• Work closely with the software and hardware engineering team to ensure smooth integration of products evolution or new products
• Ensure that all testing and integration activities comply with industry standards, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements
• Prepare and maintain detailed technical documentation, including test reports, issue tracking, and performance analysis, ensuring accurate records for future reference
• Actively contribute to process improvements in tuning and testing procedures, driving efficiency and quality enhancements
• Act as a mentor and technical referent, guiding junior technicians in the proper execution of building blocks and antennas tests

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• +10 years of experience in RF products assembly, integration and tests for defense and/or space applications. Experience on RF solid-state power amplifiers, receivers and antennas near-field tests are a plus.

QUALIFICATION, CERTIFICATION & EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor in RF measurement.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Deep experience in microwave technologies (defense and/or space applications), especially assembly, integration and tests
• Good knowledge of power and RF tests benches (user profile)
• Ability to take part of technical troubleshooting campaigns
• Ability to lead, guide, and mentor junior technicians, fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing
• Strong analytical skills to interpret test results, identify anomalies, and suggest corrective actions
• Ability to drive improvements in testing processes and methodologies, optimizing the efficiency and quality of products/sub-systems integration
• You speak Arabic / English with excellent communication

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