Transmit and Receive Module Engineer (Radar)

TL;DR

Transmit and Receive Module Engineer (Radar): Leading the design and development of high-performance transmit/receive modules for phased-array radar systems with an accent on RF architecture and hardware integration. Focus on optimizing power amplification, noise figures, and thermal behavior in dense high-frequency modules.

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

Company

Pulse Nova, a strategic joint venture between EDGE and Indra, develops advanced radar technologies for modern defense applications.

What you will do

• Lead the design and development of transmit and receive modules for phased-array radar architectures.
• Define TRM electrical and functional architectures, including gain distribution, phase/amplitude control, and power amplification.
• Perform detailed trade-off analyses on efficiency, noise figure, linearity, and thermal behavior.
• Coordinate simulation, prototyping, laboratory validation, and environmental qualification of TRM designs.
• Collaborate with antenna, RF, mechanical, thermal, and power teams to ensure seamless module integration.
• Drive root-cause analysis and corrective actions for performance deviations, failures, and yield issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Telecommunications, Electronics Engineering, Microwave Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 7+ years of experience in RF/microwave design, with direct exposure to T/R modules, AESA architectures, or phased-array subsystems.
• Strong understanding of transmit/receive chains, phase/gain control, and high-power amplification.
• Experience with RF simulation, laboratory characterization, and troubleshooting of integrated microwave assemblies.
• Knowledge of thermal management, packaging, and reliability for dense high-frequency modules.
• Ability to lead complex technical workstreams and coordinate multidisciplinary interfaces.

Nice to have

• Prior experience in radar or defense electronics programs.