RF & Antenna Technical Lead

CoreEL Technologies; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreEL Technologies in Bengaluru seeks an RF & Antenna Technical Lead responsible for leading RF and antenna design for aerospace and defense platforms. Key responsibilities include managing performance budgets, driving design reviews, and ensuring compliance with technical standards. Candidates should have a strong background in RF and microwave engineering, experience with EM simulation tools like HFSS and CST, and hold a degree in ECE or a related field. The role involves collaboration across multiple engineering disciplines and mentoring engineers.

Qualifications

• Strong fundamentals in RF, microwave, and antenna theory.
• Expertise in phased arrays, radar antennas, EW and Satcom systems.
• Hands-on experience with RF test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead RF and antenna architecture definition for multiple platforms.
• Design and validate RF subsystems including LNAs, PAs, and filters.
• Ensure compliance with relevant aerospace and defense standards.

Skills

RF design

Antenna design

Microwave subsystems

Technical leadership

EM simulation

EMI/EMC expertise

Education

BE/BTech or ME/MTech in ECE/RF & Microwave/Antenna Engineering

Tools

HFSS

CST

ADS

AWR

FEKO

Job description

# RF & Antenna Technical Lead**Role Summary** The RF & Antenna Technical Leader is responsible for end-to-end ownership of RF, antenna, and microwave subsystem design, development, qualification, and production support for Aerospace & Defense platforms. The role involves technical leadership, system-level trade-offs, design assurance, and mentoring engineers, while working closely with system engineering, mechanical, EMI/EMC, and program teams.**Key Responsibilities** **Technical Leadership** • Lead RF and antenna architecture definition for airborne, naval, ground, and space platforms • Own antenna and RF subsystem performance budgets (gain, pattern, EIRP, noise figure, linearity, isolation, EMC) • Drive design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR) and provide technical sign-off • Perform system-level RF trade studies considering size, weight, power, cost (SWaP-C)**Antenna Design & Development** • Design and optimize antennas and arrays: Phased arrays, conformal antennas Radar, EW, Satcom, IFF, GPS, data link antennas• Handle wideband, multiband, dual-polarized, low-profile antennas • Antenna placement, integration, and coupling analysis on platforms • Support antenna radome and RF-transparent structure evaluation**RF & Microwave Design** • Design and validate RF subsystems including: LNAs, PAs, filters, couplers, switches, duplexers T/R modules, beamformers, Butler matrices • Perform RF chain analysis (gain, noise, compression, spurs) • Interface with MMIC, module, and system teams**Simulation, Measurement & Validation** • Lead EM simulation using HFSS, CST, ADS, AWR • Own antenna and RF measurements: Anechoic chamber testing VNA, spectrum analyzer, power meter measurements • Correlate simulation vs measurement and drive design closure • Support EMI/EMC, environmental, and qualification testing**Aerospace & Defense Compliance** • Ensure compliance with MIL-STD, DO-160, DEF-STAN, IEC standards • Support airworthiness, qualification, and certification activities • Prepare and review technical documents, test reports, and compliance matrices**Mentoring & Team Development** • Mentor junior and senior RF/antenna engineers • Define technical training plans and design best practices • Review and approve designs, simulations, and test results**Program & Cross-Functional Collaboration** • Work closely with: System engineering Mechanical, thermal, EMI/EMC teams Manufacturing, quality, and supply chain • Support proposal development, technical risk assessment, and cost estimation • Interface with customers, DRDO/ISRO/PSUs/OEMs and certification agencies**Required Skills & Qualifications** **Technical Skills** • Strong fundamentals in RF, microwave, and antenna theory • Expertise in phased arrays, radar antennas, EW and Satcom systems • Hands-on experience with RF test equipment • Strong understanding of EMI/EMC and platform integration challenges**Tools & Software** • EM tools: HFSS, CST, FEKO • RF circuit tools: ADS, AWR • CAD & documentation tools**Education** • BE/BTech or ME/MTech in ECE / RF & Microwave / Antenna Engineering • PhD is a plus**Desired Attributes** • Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset • Ability to lead technically complex, mission-critical programs • Excellent communication and technical documentation skills • Experience working in classified / secure environments