RF Sensing Scientist: Radar & mmWave Innovations

VTT

Espoo

On-site

EUR 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

VTT in Espoo is seeking Research Scientists (Associate to Senior) to advance RF sensor technology for smart infrastructure, border control and defence. You will help develop millimetre-wave imaging RADARs, SAR, radiometers and broadband receivers, turning research ideas into working prototypes with practical impact.

The role offers variety across RF sensing technologies and close collaboration with industry and institutes.

Qualifications

  • Master’s or Doctoral degree in radio technology or related discipline.
  • Experience and interest in designing RF systems.
  • Knowledge of antenna and/or RF systems at micro- and millimeter-wave frequencies.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute or lead design of RF sensor solutions together with our experts.
  • Plan and implement characterization and test campaigns of the systems, and analyze the results, together with your colleagues.
  • Communicate work plans and research results in project meetings and by written reports.
  • Publish research through scientific papers, conference presentations, and other technology events or publications.
  • Participate preparations of new research and customer projects, and depending on your interests you may also lead small and even bigger R&D projects

Skills

RF systems design
Antenna design
Millimeter-wave knowledge
English communication
NATO/Defence sector collaboration

Education

Master’s or Doctoral degree in radio technology or related discipline

Tools

MATLAB
Python
PCB design basics

Job description

VTT in Espoo is seeking Research Scientists (Associate to Senior) to advance RF sensor technology for smart infrastructure, border control and defence. You will help develop millimetre-wave imaging RADARs, SAR, radiometers and broadband receivers, turning research ideas into working prototypes with practical impact.

The role offers variety across RF sensing technologies and close collaboration with industry and institutes.

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