Transmit And Receive Module Engineer

EDGE; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 446,000 - 725,000; Full time

Job summary

EDGE in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced RF/microwave design engineer to lead the design of transmit and receive modules for phased-array radar architectures.

The role requires 7+ years in RF/microwave design, deep knowledge of AESA/phased-array subsystems, and the ability to coordinate multi-disciplinary teams through development milestones.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of RF/microwave design experience with T/R modules or phased-array subsystems.
• Strong knowledge of transmit/receive chains, phase/gain control, and high-power amplification.
• Experience with RF simulation, laboratory characterization, and troubleshooting of integrated microwave assemblies.
• Understanding of thermal management, packaging, reliability, and manufacturability in dense high-frequency modules.
• Ability to lead complex technical workstreams and coordinate multidisciplinary interfaces.
• Radar/defense electronics experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of transmit/receive modules for phased-array radar.
• Define TRM architectures including gain distribution, phase control, protection.
• Perform trade-off analyses on power, noise figure, linearity and thermal behavior.
• Coordinate simulation, prototyping, and environmental testing of TRMs.
• Collaborate with antenna, RF, mechanical, and manufacturing teams for integration.
• Drive root-cause analysis for performance deviations and reliability issues.
• Support supplier interactions, obsolescence mitigation, and component evaluation.
• Provide technical leadership in reviews and roadmap activities for TRM tech.

Skills

RF design

Microwave design

AESA

Phased-array

T/R modules

Thermal management

Reliability

Packaging

Leadership

Radar/Defense experience

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Telecommunications

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electronics Engineering

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Microwave Engineering

Tools

RF simulation software

Job description

Job Description:

External Job Description

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of transmit and receive modules for phased-array radar architectures, ensuring compliance with system performance requirements.
• Define TRM electrical and functional architectures, including gain distribution, phase/amplitude control, power amplification, low-noise reception, switching, and protection functions.
• Perform detailed trade-off analyses on power, efficiency, noise figure, linearity, thermal behavior, reliability, and packaging constraints.
• Coordinate simulation, prototyping, laboratory validation, and environmental qualification of TRM designs across development milestones.
• Work with antenna, RF, mechanical, thermal, power, and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless module integration into array assemblies.
• Drive root-cause analysis and corrective actions for performance deviations, failures, yield issues, or reliability concerns observed during testing or production.
• Support supplier interaction, component evaluation, obsolescence mitigation, and configuration management for critical RF and microwave devices.
• Provide technical leadership in reviews, verification strategies, and roadmap activities related to phased-array transmit/receive technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Telecommunications, Electronics Engineering, Microwave Engineering, or related discipline.
• 7+ years of experience in RF / microwave design, with direct exposure to T/R modules, AESA architectures, or phased-array subsystems.
• Strong understanding of transmit and receive chains, phase and gain control, low-noise design, high-power amplification, switching, and control interfaces.
• Experience with RF simulation, laboratory characterization, and troubleshooting of integrated microwave assemblies.
• Knowledge of thermal management, packaging, reliability, and manufacturability considerations in dense high-frequency modules.
• Ability to lead complex technical workstreams and coordinate multidisciplinary interfaces in demanding development programs.
• Prior experience in radar or defense electronics programs is highly desirable.