Senior RF Engineer

SYSTRA is one of the world's leading engineering and consultancy groups specialising in public transport and sustainable mobility. With over 10,300 employees, SYSTRA's mission is to design safe and sustainable transport solutions to bring people together, develop social inclusion and facilitate access to employment, education and leisure throughout the world.

For 65 years, the Group has been working alongside cities and regions to contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their infrastructure and transport systems, throughout the life cycle of their projects. SYSTRA is involved from the earliest stages of design through to the testing, deployment and maintenance phases. The company provides all its services in over 80 countries worldwide and generates 74% of its turnover internationally. With its new services, SYSTRA supports its clients and partners in their digital, ecological and energy transition, in order to invent the mobility of tomorrow.

We are seeking a highly specialised and experienced Senior RF Engineer to serve as a SME and technical lead within our advanced TCNBL. This challenging role demands deep, practical expertise in RF link analysis, wideband waveform performance, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMI/EMC) as applied to tactical mobile communications systems.

You will primarily be responsible for the following highly specialised RF-centric deliverables:

• RF Performance Evaluation:
  • Evaluate the performance of the RF elements for different Bearer Systems used in tactical environments.
  • Develop and support the implementation of detailed RF test plans and procedures.
• Develop definitive radio system and RF-orientated TCNBL procedures.
• Provide SME advice on in-service or emerging combat platforms from the electromagnetic interference and compatibility (EMI/EMC) point of view.
  • Coordinate engineering efforts with SMEs and stakeholders from other platform-related projects and organizations regarding EMI/EMC resolution.
• Develop and coordinate operational analysis supporting TCN tests and trials.

Candidates must possess expert-level knowledge (SME advice) and hands-on experience in the following specific tactical communication technologies:

• Expert-level knowledge of Multi-channel Manpack and Handheld Radio platforms designed for tactical environments (similar to the AN/PRC-158, AN/PRC-160, AN/PRC-163, AN/PRC-167, and RT-1915XF series).
• Deep technical understanding of Mobile Ad-Hoc Network (MANET) waveforms including ANW2, EPLRS, and TSM (including TSM variations).
• Ability to conduct desktop analysis and trials investigation of emerging wideband networking radios and waveforms such as TSM, MUOS, and WREN.
• Proven ability to contribute to the development and deployment of Test Tools within the TCNBL, either independently or as part of a small software development team.
• Support risk reduction trials and acceptance tests for land combat systems.
• Experience with conducting Data and Configuration Management, maintaining documentation, and managing software and hardware baselines.
• Strong track record of producing clear, comprehensive technical documentation for RF system designs and test procedures, including familiarity with Unified Modelling Language (UML).
• Formal training or experience in the deployment and administration of large-scale virtualised environments (ESXi) is highly regarded.

SYSTRA ANZ offers a range of benefits to our employees. We provide ongoing opportunities for professional development, including support to obtain Chartership status, and continuous learning and development programs. Additionally, we cover the cost of professional memberships and subscriptions. We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible working options, as well as paid parental leave. Our workplace culture values diversity and inclusivity, and we are proud to be Work 180 endorsed. We also offer generous employee referral incentives to reward and recognize our employees.

At SYSTRA ANZ we value diversity of thought and experience. We encourage applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders and people from diverse backgrounds.

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