Senior RF Engineer

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The role of Senior RF Engineer at Axon involves leading the technical aspects of RF hardware for Dedrone's airspace security products. Axon is dedicated to creating a safer world through innovative safety and justice solutions, using a combination of devices and cloud software. The company values diversity and collaboration, fostering an environment where employees can drive meaningful change. The main responsibilities of the Senior RF Engineer include owning the RF front-end architecture, designing and characterizing mixers, high-power amplifiers, filters, and switching networks. The role also involves driving board-level simulation, leading bring-up and characterization, and setting RF design standards. Additionally, the engineer will mentor RF hardware engineers and antenna designers, partnering with various engineering teams and regulatory bodies. The role requires hands-on work in simulation, on the bench, and in the chamber. To qualify for this position, candidates must have 10+ years of experience in RF hardware design, with a proven track record of shipping products to volume. Essential qualifications include deep expertise across VHF, UHF, and SHF bands, and demonstrated design ownership of mixers and high-power amplifiers above 10 W. Proficiency in RF simulation tooling, multi-layer RF PCB design, and experience with VNAs, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators are also required. A degree in Electrical Engineering, Communications Engineering, or an equivalent field is necessary. Additionally, candidates must have proven technical leadership experience, setting direction and standards, mentoring, and running rigorous design reviews. Nice-to-have skills include antenna design and integration, direction-finding techniques, and beamforming across various approaches. Experience with SDR platforms, developing and qualifying products for regulated markets, and knowledge of DSP concepts are also beneficial. The role is based in Kassel, Germany, with a hybrid work schedule that includes in-person collaboration from Tuesday to Friday, with the option to work remotely on Mondays. What the role asks for: - 10+ years in RF hardware design, with a track record of products shipped to volume. - Deep expertise across VHF, UHF, and SHF. - Demonstrated design ownership of mixers and high-power amplifiers above 10 W. - Strong command of RF simulation tooling, EM and circuit solvers (e.g. ADS, AWR, HFSS, CST). - Multi-layer RF PCB design: controlled impedance, material selection, grounding, isolation, thermal management. - Fluent with VNAs, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and power measurement. - Proven technical leadership of a design group, setting direction and standards, mentoring, running rigorous design reviews. - Degree in Electrical Engineering, Communications Engineering, or equivalent. - Nice to have: Antenna design and integration.