Radio and Radar Systems Engineer

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Position Summary: We are seeking a Communications Systems Architect to design hardware and software communication components, including RF systems, radar, and data links for drones and eVTOLs. Key Highlights: 1. Communication architecture design (RF, radar, telemetry) 2. Integration with onboard avionics and ground segment 3. Participation in integration, verification, and validation #### ***Alicante******,*** ***Spain*** **\#Join us in enabling drones to populate our skies** At Embention, we have pursued a clear mission since 2007: **Enabling drones to populate our skies**. We provide over **700 customers across 70 countries**, including internationally renowned companies such as Toyota, Amazon Prime Air, and Honda, with Veronte autopilots, critical avionics, and software for their professional drones and eVTOLs. All our systems are developed in accordance with DO-178C, DO-254, and DO-160 standards, making us the only company in the sector certified by AESA and EASA as both a POA and an APDOA. Our company’s core lies in our R\+D team—comprising over 100 multidisciplinary engineers—alongside the rest of our staff, totaling **180 professionals**, all united by a single objective: innovating and pushing the boundaries of UAV technology. Following a record-breaking 2025—with outstanding stock market performance, the launch of industrial production in the United Arab Emirates, and the establishment of a U.S. subsidiary—we seek to further expand our team and drive continuous R\+D advancement. If our mission inspires you and you wish to be part of this evolution, we are looking for you. **What will your responsibilities be?** This role focuses on communications systems architecture and participation in the design of various hardware and software components.* Specification of RF and radar system requirements * Communication architecture design (HF/VHF/UHF, telemetry, data links, GNSS, etc.) * Definition of radar topologies (FMCW, pulsed, altimetry, in-flight detection) * Link budget and range calculations * Link dimensioning and coverage analysis * Definition of front-ends for these systems * Integration with onboard avionics and ground segment * Participation in integration, verification, and validation (IVV) activities * Generation of technical documentation compliant with DO-160, DO-254, and DO-366 standards **️‍ ️** **What do we require?*** More than 2 years of experience in radio systems, radar systems, or high-reliability communication systems * Knowledge of aeronautical radios and telemetry systems **What do we value?*** Degree in Telecommunications, Aerospace Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or related field * Experience in certified environments (DO-160, DO-178C, DO-254, ARP4754A, ARP4761) * Experience with Detect & Avoid systems * Focus, commitment, and results-oriented agility * Autonomy, attention to detail, and structured mindset * Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams * Solid knowledge of RF architecture and propagation principles * Experience in link budget calculation * Experience in RF validation in laboratory settings and incident resolution * Professional-level English ***Embention is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are based on experience, qualifications, and fit with position requirements.*** ***Want to meet the team?***