Phased Array (AESA) Engineer (m/f/d)

Introduction

Lead the design, integration, and evolution of high‑performance AESA radar systems in mission‑critical applications.

Tasks

• In this role, you will define radar operational modes, including mode entry and exit criteria as well as inter‑mode transitions.
• You design, implement, and test phased‑array beamformers for X‑band and SATCOM applications.
• You integrate phased‑array AESA systems with wideband SDR transceivers and control both the AESA and transceiver through software‑based interfaces.
• You integrate software and hardware components, performing debugging and troubleshooting to resolve system‑level issues.
• You document hardware designs and system architectures and present results to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• You participate in requirements definition, design reviews, and code reviews to ensure high‑quality hardware development and system integration.
• You interface with internal and external customers to address problem reports, deliver resolutions, and ensure a high level of customer satisfaction.
• You train and mentor junior software engineers in phased‑array AESA techniques, algorithm development, and engineering best practices, fostering a collaborative and growth‑oriented team environment.

Qualifications

• You hold a Degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics.
• You have experience with pulsed, pulse‑Doppler, monopulse tracking, FMCW, and code‑based FMCW radar systems.
• You demonstrate strong knowledge of antenna technologies, including Active Electronically Scanned Arrays (AESA), hybrid antenna systems, and parabolic antennas.
• You possess strong programming skills in C++, C, Fortran, MATLAB, and/or Python.
• You have a thorough understanding of the full hardware and software development lifecycle, including configuration management and quality assurance processes.
• You bring experience with ground‑based and portable radar systems, including systems for small aircraft or man‑portable applications (a plus).
• You communicate effectively in fluent written and spoken English.
• You are willing to travel approximately 15% of the time, both domestically and internationally.

Contact and further information

We welcome your application! Submissions are preferred online via the application portal. For questions, our chatbot Paul and the recruiting team are available at any time.

Rohde & Schwarz promotes equal opportunities and welcomes applications from people with and without disabilities. We offer an inclusive work environment where all individuals can develop their skills and talents regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion, worldview, age, sexual orientation, identity, and other characteristics.