RF & Antenna Engineer (UAV)

Location: On-site in Kyiv, Ukraine; candidates must be located in Kyiv

Company

hirify.global develops unmanned solutions across air, land, and sea, combining advanced hardware with AI-driven software for control and real-time data insights.

What you will do

• Develop and validate antenna and RF feed systems operating up to 5 GHz.
• Perform VNA measurements, interpret S-parameters, and measure VSWR, impedance, insertion loss, phase response, and group delay.
• Diagnose RF cable assemblies using TDR/DTF and test antennas, cables, connectors, filters, attenuators, couplers, and other RF components.
• Perform SOLT VNA calibration, with TRL calibration preferred, and ensure measurement accuracy.
• Analyze RF link performance, path losses, transmitter power, receiver sensitivity, and link budgets.
• Develop test procedures, conduct laboratory measurements, prepare technical reports, and support EMC/EMI investigations.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in RF testing, antenna systems, telecommunications, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of RF signal chains, transmission lines, and 50 Ω systems.
• Hands-on experience with VNA measurements and RF diagnostics.
• Experience with TDR/DTF-based troubleshooting.
• Ability to independently plan and execute RF validation activities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• English proficiency required for technical communication and documentation.
• Must be located in Kyiv for full-time office work.

Nice to have

• Experience with spectrum analyzers, RF signal generators, and power meters.
• Knowledge of EMC/EMI testing and troubleshooting.
• Experience in UAV, aerospace, defense, robotics, or wireless communication systems.
• Familiarity with antenna characterization and RF system integration.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time, on-site office position in Kyiv.
• Work on unmanned systems supporting aerial, land, and maritime applications.
• Focus on straightforward technical expertise, customer-centric solutions, ambition, and technological excellence.
• Professional growth opportunities.