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📜 Context As part of the development of next-generation satellite communication technologies, our client, a global leader in high-tech communications, is expanding its R&D team based in the Lausanne area. We are looking for a Senior Radio Frequency Engineer to contribute to the development of cutting-edge Ka-Band phased array antenna systems for aerospace applications. You will join a multidisciplinary engineering team working alongside system, hardware, software, and mechanical experts to design innovative RF solutions that meet demanding performance, reliability, and industrialization requirements. Tasks 📌 Your Role As a Senior Radio Frequency Engineer, you will take ownership of the RF development lifecycle for complex antenna subsystems. From architecture definition to laboratory validation and production transfer, you will play a key role in designing highly reliable RF solutions while collaborating closely with cross-functional engineering teams. 🎯 Your Responsibilities 🔹 RF Design & Architecture • Define RF requirements and contribute to system architecture decisions. • Perform RF link budget analysis and technical trade-off studies. • Design high-performance RF front-end circuits and modules for Ka-Band phased array antennas. 🔹 Development & Validation • Simulate, prototype, test, and validate RF subsystems. • Lead RF board and module bring-up, calibration, characterization, troubleshooting, and optimization. • Prepare comprehensive technical and manufacturing documentation. 🔹 Cross-Functional Collaboration • Work closely with System, Hardware, Mechanical, and Software Engineering teams. • Participate in design reviews and technical decision-making. • Support integration activities throughout the product development cycle. 🔹 Industrialization & Quality • Ensure designs comply with Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Assembly (DFA), Test (DFT), and Maintenance principles. • Support the transition from development to production. • Contribute to continuous product improvement and resolution of field or manufacturing issues. Requirements 💼 Your Profile • Master's degree in RF Engineering, Microwave Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent. • 10+ years of experience in RF/Microwave engineering within demanding industries such as aerospace, telecommunications, defense, or space. • Strong expertise in RF circuit design including LNAs, PAs, mixers, filters, phase shifters, attenuators, couplers, and T/R modules. • Proven experience with phased array antenna technologies and beamforming techniques. • Proficiency with electromagnetic simulation tools such as HFSS, CST, or equivalent, as well as circuit/system simulation tools like Keysight ADS. • Solid understanding of RF PCB design constraints and collaboration with PCB layout engineers. • Hands-on laboratory experience using Vector Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators, Noise Figure Meters, and similar RF equipment. • Strong analytical mindset, excellent problem-solving skills, and attention to detail. • Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken. ➕ Nice to Have • Experience with MMIC design (GaAs, GaN). • Knowledge of Ka-Band SatCom technologies. • RF test automation and production test development. • Experience with aerospace certification and regulatory compliance. • Familiarity with Altium Designer and SolidWorks collaborative environments. Benefits 🏆 Position Details : 📍 Location: Lausanne area, Switzerland 📅 Start Date: Flexible 🏢 Work Model: Hybrid