RF Design Engineer

Destinusgroup; Zürich; Vor Ort; CHF 120.000 - 155.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Destinus seeks an RF Design Engineer to shape the RF backbone of next-generation radar systems. You will own PCB-level RF circuit development using state-of-the-art circuit and EM tools, translating demanding system requirements into high-performance hardware optimized for SWaP-C targets.

You will join a multidisciplinary team within Destinus, advancing radar technologies and potentially expanding to system modeling and architecture to influence the overall radar platform direction.

Qualifikationen

• Strong understanding of RF building blocks in RX and TX such as LNAs, PAs, mixers, antennas, filters, transmission lines.
• Proficient in RF and analog circuit simulation and validation.
• Experience in design and simulation of digital and clock signal paths.
• Deep knowledge of RF PCB design, microstrip structures, matching networks, antennas.
• Good understanding of RX/TX architectures and performance metrics.
• Experience with 3D EM simulation.
• Familiarity with MWO or ADS.
• Strong analytical, documentation and communication skills.

Aufgaben

• Design RF and analog circuits for radar receivers and transmitters using circuit and EM simulators.
• Lead circuit design reviews.
• Select components for PCB implementation of the circuits.
• Guide implementation of the circuits on PCB.
• Conduct post-layout analysis and provide feedback to PCB design engineers.
• Align simulation models with measurements to improve iterations.
• Support test plan definition at component, circuit and system level.
• Support requirements definition at system level.
• Potential to expand into system simulation and architecture definition.

Kenntnisse

RF building blocks

RF circuit simulation

Digital clock paths

RF PCB design

3D EM simulation

ADS

MWO

Analytical skills

Documentation

Communication skills

Tools

ADS

MWO

Jobbeschreibung

About the role

Imagine designing the RF backbone of next generation digital radar systems that push the limits of performance, efficiency, and precision. As an RF Design Engineer, you will join a multidisciplinary team developing advanced radar technologies where every design decision directly impacts system capability in the real world. You will take ownership of PCB-level RF circuit development using state of the art circuit and electromagnetic simulation tools, translating demanding system requirements into high-performance hardware solutions optimized for strict SWaP-C targets. Depending on your interests, the role can also expand into circuit and system modeling as well as system architecture definition, giving you the opportunity to shape not only the hardware itself but the future direction of the entire radar platform.

At Destinus, we are revolutionizing the defense industry with cutting-edge Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Our innovative technologies are designed to meet the unique demands of modern defense operations, delivering unparalleled speed, precision, and cost effectiveness. Destinus partners with government agencies and defense organizations worldwide to provide advanced solutions for mission-critical operations, enabling a new era of efficiency and technological superiority. Join us in shaping the future of defense with groundbreaking aerospace innovations.

What You´ll Do

• Design RF and analog circuits for radar receivers and transmitters using circuit and EM simulators
• Lead circuit design reviews
• Select components for PCB implementation of the circuits
• Guide implementation of the circuits on PCB
• Conduct post-layout analysis and feedback potential improvements to the PCB design engineers
• Align your simulation models with measurements to improve the next iteration
• Support the definition of test plans on component, circuit and system level
• Support the definition of requirements on system level
• Potential to expand into system simulation and system architecture definition

Requirements

What You’ll Need

• Strong understanding of RF building blocks in RX and TX such as LNAs, PAs, mixers, antennas, filters, transmission lines
• RF and analog Circuit simulation
• Design and simulation of digital and clock signal paths
• Deep knowledge of RF PCB design, microstrip structures, matching networks, antennas
• Good understanding of common RX and TX architectures
• Good understanding of common RX and TX performance metrics
• Experience in 3D EM simulation
• Experience with MWO or ADS
• Strong analytical, documentation and communication skills

Who You Are

You thrive in an environment where complex technical challenges turn into opportunities for innovation. You enjoy combining analytical thinking with hands‑on engineering and are excited by the idea of developing high‑performance RF systems that operate at the cutting edge of radar technology. You are detail‑oriented, curious, and motivated by solving demanding design problems while working closely with multidisciplinary teams. Whether optimizing PCB layouts, selecting critical components, or exploring new system architectures, you take ownership of your work and continuously push for better performance, smarter solutions, and cleaner designs.