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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 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: o Phased arrays, conformal antennas o 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, duplexers o 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 testing o 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 engineering o Mechanical, thermal, EMI/EMC teams o 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 & 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 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