Senior RF Systems Engineer

Scope:

We are seeking an experienced Senior RF Engineer to lead the design integration and verification of advanced RF systems including RF routers fiber extenders DIFI based RF over IP and transceiver RF front end systems. This is a hands-on technical role: you will own designs from whiteboard to working hardware drive system-level studies and personally validate performance on the bench. You will work alongside signal processing firmware and mechanical engineering teams in a fast-paced collaborative environment where every design serves a mission critical application.

RF System & Subsystem Design:

• Architect and design high-performance RF receiver chains from antenna port to ADC including LNAs filters mixers amplifiers and switching networks
• Perform end-to-end system-level RF link budget analysis across HF through Ka-band including path loss atmospheric effects multipath and interference margin
• Develop noise figure budgets and cascade analyses; specify and verify NF IP3 P1dB spurious and dynamic range requirements at subsystem and system level
• Design RF analog circuits including matching networks bias circuits AGC loops and frequency synthesizers; manage PCB-level RF layout guidelines
• Design high performance scalable fan-in and fan-out RF routers minimizing physical size while ensuring maximum port isolation and specifications
• Apply RF propagation models (free-space two-ray terrain-diffraction Okumura-Hata) to understand and validate overall system performance

Verification & Lab Work:

• Own initial test and verification of your own designs this is not delegated; you are expected to be at the bench with VNA spectrum analyzer signal generator and oscilloscope as needed to ensure timely completion and success
• Plan execute and document RF performance testing: NF measurements using Y-factor/cold-source methods IMD/IP3 two-tone tests spurious emission sweeps and conducted susceptibility
• Optimize designs iteratively based on measured data; root-cause failures and implement corrective actions through hardware re-spins and/or driving firmware updates
• Support qualification testing including environmental (MIL-STD-810) EMI/EMC (MIL-STD-461) and reliability screening

Systems Engineering:

• Lead systems engineering activities for RF-intensive programs: requirements review architecture design system design schematic generation component life status reviews lead design reviews drive PCB layout team and perform final PCB layout reviews
• Interface directly with internal deployment teams support teams and/or end customer as may be requested to resolve system integration and/or performance issues
• Author or review engineering documentation including system specifications test plans test plan conformance forms and review RMA failure analysis reports for continued product improvements
• Mentor and technically guide junior and intermediate RF engineers; participate in design reviews and provide critical feedback

• Bachelors degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline
• 10 years of professional experience in RF hardware design with a demonstrated portfolio of shipped products or fielded systems
• Expert-level RF analog design skills: LNA PA mixer filter synthesizer and attenuator design in microstrip and co-planar waveguide topologies
• Strong RF digital design background: FPGA-based DSP digital down-conversion software-defined radio (SDR) architectures and JESD204B/DIFI digital RF interfaces
• Deep understanding of radio wave propagation including free-space loss atmospheric absorption multipath fading and terrain effects
• Proficient in RF link budget modelling for satellite and terrestrial systems
• Hands-on competence with RF test equipment: VNA spectrum analyzer phase noise measurements power meter noise figure measurements and signal generators
• Proficient with RF simulation tools and Schematic and PCB EDA tools: Keysight ADS Microwave Office PADS Xpedition or similar
• Systems engineering experience: requirements management interface definition trade studies and technical risk identification
• Eligible for or currently holding a Government of Canada Reliability Status or Security Clearance

• Masters degree or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering specializing in RF/Microwave Engineering or equivalent
• Experience with defence-standard procurement environments (PWGSC/DND NATO STANAG Controlled Goods ITAR compliance)
• Familiarity with RFSoC platforms (Xilinx Zynq UltraScale RFSoC / AMD) and associated frequency planning constraints
• Knowledge of DIFI (VITA 49.2) packetized digital RF standards for RF-over-IP architectures
• Background in EW SIGINT or spectrum monitoring receiver design is an asset
• Experience with MIL-STD-461 (EMI/EMC) and MIL-STD-810 (environmental) test compliance
• Professional Engineer (.) designation or eligibility for same

What we Offer:

• Employer funded benefits program
• Competitive total compensation package
• Work-Life Balance
• Employee assistance plan
• Employee Discount Platform
• Career Progression
• Casual Work Environment
• Social Events and Sports Teams
• Onsite Counsellor

Location:Burlington Ontario
Hours:Monday to Friday 40 hours per week
Vacancy:This is a newly created position
Salary Range:$80000 to $140000 per year based on experience

About Evertz Microsystems (TSX: ET)

Evertz is a global leader in broadcast technology delivering cutting-edge hardware and software solutions that deliver content to television sets on-demand services WebTV IPTV and mobile devices (like phones and tablets) worldwide. Trusted by major broadcast facilities telcos and satellite providers on every continent were known for end-to-end innovation that sets the industry standard.

Canadian-headquartered with offices around the world Evertz has 2000 employees and has been recognized as one of Canadas 50 Best Managed Companies a testament to our commitment to excellence and global impact.

Join a team where your work shapes the future of broadcast and new media industries.

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