RF Design Engineer, Zürich (Kreis 11)

About the role Imagine designing the RF backbone of next generation digital radar systems that push the limits of performance, efficiency, and precision. As an RF Design Engineer, you will join a multidisciplinary team developing advanced radar technologies where every design decision directly impacts system capability in the real world. You will take ownership of PCB-level RF circuit development using state of the art circuit and electromagnetic simulation tools, translating demanding system requirements into high-performance hardware solutions optimized for strict SWaP-C targets. Depending on your interests, the role can also expand into circuit and system modeling as well as system architecture definition, giving you the opportunity to shape not only the hardware itself but the future direction of the entire radar platform.

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Destinus , we are revolutionizing the defense industry with cutting-edge Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Our innovative technologies are designed to meet the unique demands of modern defense operations, delivering unparalleled speed, precision, and cost-effectiveness.

Destinus

partners with government agencies and defense organizations worldwide to provide advanced solutions for mission-critical operations, enabling a new era of efficiency and technological superiority. Join us in shaping the future of defense with groundbreaking aerospace innovations.

What You´ll Do

Design RF and analog circuits for radar receivers and transmitters using circuit and EM simulators

Lead circuit design reviews

Select components for PCB implementation of the circuits

Guide implementation of the circuits on PCB

Conduct post‑layout analysis and feedback potential improvements to the PCB design engineers

Align your simulation models with measurements to improve the next iteration

Support the definition of test plans on component, circuit and system level

Support the definition of requirements on system level

Potential to expand into system simulation and system architecture definition

What You’ll Need

Strong understanding of RF building blocks in RX and TX such as LNAs, PAs, mixers, antennas, filters, transmission lines

RF and analog circuit simulation

Design and simulation of digital and clock signal paths

Deep knowledge of RF PCB design, microstrip structures, matching networks, antennas

Good understanding of common RX and TX architectures

Good understanding of common RX and TX performance metrics

Experience in 3D EM simulation

Experience with MWO or ADS

Strong analytical, documentation and communication skills

Who You Are You thrive in an environment where complex technical challenges turn into opportunities for innovation. You enjoy combining analytical thinking with hands‑on engineering and are excited by the idea of developing high-performance RF systems that operate at the cutting edge of radar technology. You are detail‑oriented, curious, and motivated by solving demanding design problems while working closely with multidisciplinary teams. Whether optimizingPCB layouts, selecting critical components, or exploring new system architectures, you take ownership of your work and continuously push for better performance, smarter solutions, and cleaner designs.

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