RF Measurement Engineer

ST Engineering Defence Aviation Services Pte. Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ST Engineering Defence Aviation Services Pte. Ltd. is seeking an RF measurement engineer to support advanced testing of engineering systems in Singapore. You will configure RF test equipment, perform calibrations, analyze results, and prepare technical reports for customers.

The role offers hands-on exposure to RF, microwave, and material characterization methods, with opportunities to contribute to automation and software enhancements within a dynamic engineering team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Good understanding of RF, microwave, electromagnetics, or material characterization principles.
• Experience with VNA measurements and tools such as MATLAB, Python, CST, HFSS, or equivalent is beneficial.
• Strong analytical, technical writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a laboratory and engineering environment.
• Entry level applicants are welcome to apply.
• Flexible in supporting project needs and meeting critical deadlines when required.
• Proactive and adaptable in handling workload demands to ensure timely project delivery.
• Open to travel overseas as required to support project, operational, and/or business needs.
• Open to Singaporeans only due to project requirement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct RF measurement per approved procedures.
• Configure and operate VNA, spectrum analyzers, and RF test equipment.
• Develop, execute, and document calibration, verification, and system performance checks.
• Analyse results, evaluate uncertainty, identify anomalies, and lead troubleshooting.
• Prepare test plans, procedures, technical reports, data summaries, and customer presentations.
• Support measurement method development, automation initiatives, software enhancements, and capability improvement projects.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to meet requirements.
• Guide technicians during equipment setup, testing, data capture, and lab activities.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, security, and lab procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as directed by the Department Manager.

Skills

Analytical skills

Technical writing

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physics / Electrical Engineering / Electronics Engineering / Materials Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Python

CST

HFSS

Job description

About the role

Be part of a team supporting RF and electromagnetic measurement capabilities for complex engineering systems. Using advanced test instrumentation, you will conduct RF measurements to assess, validate, and analyse the performance of components and integrated engineering systems.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct RF measurement in accordance with approved procedures.
• Configure and operate vector network analysers, spectrum analysers and associated RF test equipment.
• Develop, execute, and document calibration, verification, and system performance checks.
• Analyse measurement results, evaluate uncertainty, identify anomalies, and lead technical troubleshooting activities.
• Prepare test plans, procedures, technical reports, data summaries, and customer presentations.
• Support measurement method development, automation initiatives, software enhancements, and capability improvement projects.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to meet technical, quality, and project requirements.
• Guide technicians during equipment setup, testing, data capture, and laboratory activities.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, security, and laboratory procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities and assignments as directed by the Department Manager.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Good understanding of RF, microwave, electromagnetics, or material characterization principles.
• Experience with VNA measurements and tools such as MATLAB, Python, CST, HFSS, or equivalent is beneficial.
• Strong analytical, technical writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a laboratory and engineering environment.
• Entry level applicants are welcome to apply.
• Flexible in supporting project needs and meeting critical deadlines when required.
• Proactive and adaptable in handling workload demands to ensure timely project delivery.
• Open to travel overseas as required to support project, operational, and/or business needs.
• Open to Singaporeans only due to project requirement.

Learning & Development Opportunities

The role provides structured, hands-on exposure to RF measurements, electromagnetic testing, material characterization, advanced instrumentation, automation, and engineering capability development. Mentorship and training will be provided by experienced technical specialists.