OverviewNovAtel's RF team is dedicated to developing and advancing high-performance GNSS hardware for precision positioning across a wide range of industries.OverviewNovAtel's RF team is dedicated to developing and advancing high-performance GNSS hardware for precision positioning across a wide range of industries.We are looking for a RF Engineer to join the Hardware Development team in Calgary, Alberta. In this role, you will contribute to the design and validation of RF GNSS and antijam subsystems, playing a key part in the RF front-end of NovAtel's industry-leading GNSS receiver and antijam products. You'll work closely with a multidisciplinary team, supporting RF subsystem architecture, detailed design, simulation, testing, and integration of RF circuits, PCBs, and RF sub-systems.ResponsibilitiesArchitecture, design, and development of RF front-end subsystems for GNSS receiver and antijam productsPerform schematic design and collaborate on PCB layout for RF circuits, including filters, amplifiers, and matching networksConduct simulations using industry-standard RF and EM simulation tools to validate circuit performance and optimize designsExecute bench-level testing, matching and HW verification using RF lab equipmentAssist in debugging and troubleshooting RF issues during prototyping and system integrationContribute to design peer reviews and documentation of technical decisions, test plans, and resultsWork closely with systems, digital, mechanical, PCB and manufacturing teams to ensure design robustness and product qualityParticipate in continuous improvement of RF design practices, test methodologies,



and product development workflowsQualificationsQualifications:Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline with a focus on RF, Microwave, or Communications systems2+ years of RF engineering experience focused on circuit-level design and analysisFamiliarity with RF lab equipment such as spectrum analyzers, network analyzers (VNAs), signal generators, and oscilloscopesUnderstanding of RF circuit blocks (e.G., filters, LNAs, mixers, oscillators, PLLs, splitters, diplexers)Solid analytical and problem-solving skillsEffective verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environmentKey Success FactorsCuriosity and willingness to learn in a fast-paced product development environmentAttention to detail in documentation, design, and testingAdaptability when facing technical challenges or changing requirementsStrong organizational skills to manage tasks, timelines, and reportingEnthusiasm for working hands-on in the lab and iterating on designsCommitment to continuous improvement and personal developmentNice to HaveMaster's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline with a focus on RF, Microwave, or Communications systems5+ years of RF engineering experience focused on circuit-level design and analysisExperience with schematic and PCB layout tools (e.G., Dx Designer, Mentor Graphics, Altium)Experience with RF circuit simulation tools (e.G., SystemVue, ADS Momentum, RF Pro, HFSS, LTSpice)Experience measuring and interpreting S-parameters and applying impedance matching techniques for RF circuit optimizationExposure to GNSS receiver systems, signals, or receiver architecturesKnowledge of antijam and interference mitigation techniquesFamiliarity with EMC/EMI design considerations and testing

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