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Role Overview and Responsibilities:Dhruva Space is seeking a highly experienced RF Frontend Design Engineer to lead the design, development, and validation of RF front-end hardware systems. This role requires deep expertise in RF circuit design, power amplifier development, and board-level implementation. The ideal candidate will have strong hands on experience across the full hardware lifecycle from schematic design to board bring-up, testing, and system validation along with a strong ownership mindset, attention to detail, and the ability to balance performance, cost, and manufacturability while collaborating with cross-functional teams.Key Responsibilities:Design and develop RF front-end circuits including power amplifiers (PA), LNAs, mixers, filters, and matching networks.Lead the design and optimization of linear and nonlinear power amplifiers (Class A, AB, B, Doherty) with focus on efficiency, linearity, stability, and thermal performance.Design active and passive RF circuits and optimize impedance matching networks.Perform RF filter design (lumped and distributed) as per system requirements.Conduct link budget analysis and evaluate RF system-level performance.Develop detailed schematics and guide PCB layout design using RF best practices (controlled impedance, grounding, shielding, isolation).Ensure manufacturability and reliability in PCB and hardware design.Perform component selection, BOM creation, and vendor coordination considering cost and quality.Use simulation and design tools such as ADS, AWR, and Altium Designer.Perform RF testing and validation using lab equipment (VNA, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, power meters).Ensure high accuracy in RF measurements and validation processes.Debug RF/hardware issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.Collaborate with antenna, firmware, mechanical, and system teams for product integration.Ensure compliance with RF standards, regulatory requirements, and EMC/EMI guidelines.Apply DFM/DFT practices and high-frequency PCB stack-up design principles.Incorporate thermal and reliability considerations into RF hardware design.Work on wireless systems such as LTE, 5G, Wi-Fi, and satellite communication.Apply load-pull and source-pull techniques for PA optimization.Candidate Requirements:Bachelor’s/Master’s in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a related field.5–7 years of hands-on experience in RF front-end design and hardware development.Strong experience in board-level design, including schematic capture and PCB layout.Expertise in linear and nonlinear power amplifier design.Strong knowledge of active and passive RF circuit design.Experience in RF filter design and impedance matching techniques.Solid understanding of link budget analysis and RF system performance metrics.Hands-on experience with simulation tools such as ADS, AWR, and Altium Designer.Experience with RF lab equipment and hardware validation processes.Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.High attention to detail in RF design and measurements.Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional team environments.