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Job Title: RF & Antenna Technical Leader – Aerospace & DefenceExperience: 10-12 years in RF, Antenna, and Microwave system design (Aerospace & Defence preferred)Role SummaryThe 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 ResponsibilitiesTechnical 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:o Phased arrays, conformal antennaso 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 evaluationRF & Microwave Design• Design and validate RF subsystems including:o LNAs, PAs, filters, couplers, switches, duplexerso T/R modules, beamformers, Butler matrices• Perform RF chain analysis (gain, noise, compression, spurs)• Interface with MMIC, module, and system teamsSimulation, Measurement & Validation• Lead EM simulation using HFSS, CST, ADS, AWR• Own antenna and RF measurements:o Anechoic chamber testingo VNA, spectrum analyzer, power meter measurements• Correlate simulation vs measurement and drive design closure• Support EMI/EMC, environmental, and qualification testingAerospace & 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 matricesMentoring & Team Development• Mentor junior and senior RF/antenna engineers• Define technical training plans and design best practices• Review and approve designs, simulations, and test resultsProgram & Cross-Functional Collaboration• Work closely with:o System engineeringo Mechanical, thermal, EMI/EMC teamso Manufacturing, quality, and supply chain• Support proposal development, technical risk assessment, and cost estimation• Interface with customers, DRDO/ISRO/PSUs/OEMs and certification agenciesRequired Skills & QualificationsTechnical 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 challengesTools & Software• EM tools: HFSS, CST, FEKO• RF circuit tools: ADS, AWR• CAD & documentation toolsEducation• BE/BTech or ME/MTech in ECE / RF & Microwave / Antenna Engineering• PhD is a plusDesired 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