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- Full ownership of RF/mmW sub-circuits, sub-modules, and systems design within telecommunications and defence products.
- Design, specification, simulation, and realisation of RF/mmW elements, including:
- Transmission lines
- Filter design (various topologies)
- Coupler design
- Synthesiser/multiplier design
- Component selection (ICs/MMICs) in coordination with vendors
- Collaborate with the mechanical design team on electromechanical product concepts.
- Work with the electronics/PCB design team on support electronics design and high-frequency PCB layouts.
- Conduct system line-up analysis.
- Perform thermal, MTBF, and component derating analysis, ensuring compliance with company and customer standards.
- Prepare and review design documentation, including design logbooks, data packs, and peer reviews for design release and production readiness.
- Deliver fully verified and documented designs that meet technical, schedule, and cost constraints.
- Prepare tollgate documentation in alignment with the New Product Introduction (NPI) procedure, ensuring project reports are updated and progress is tracked.
- Participate proactively in design reviews and initiate reviews to mitigate risks when necessary.
- Conduct design verification and validation, including preparing test specifications, test reports, and reliability testing.
- Maintain an up-to-date design compliance matrix, ensuring that all designs are backed by robust compliance data.
- Assist with problem-solving and fault diagnosis during product introduction, including defining and training diagnostic procedures.
- Relevant degree (or equivalent), preferably in RF or Communications Engineering.
- Experience with RF design tools such as Microwave Office, CST, EMPro, and ADS.
- Demonstrable experience in microwave circuit/system design, including line-up analyses, tolerance/yield analysis, and design for manufacturability (DFM).
- Experience in transceiver product design.
- Strong knowledge of die attach, wire bonding, and SMT build processes, with familiarity with industry standards MIL-STD-883 and IPC 600, 610, and 7711.
- Proven experience in process improvement and applying Lean manufacturing principles.
