RF Electronics Engineer (Radar)

Harmattan Ai
Paris, France
On-site

Who this role is best for

RF Electronics Engineers with PCB design experience and a background in RF systems will find this R&D role in Paris demanding and mission-focused, requiring close collaboration with mechanical and other R&D teams.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 2–5 years of PCB design and testing experience in RF systems
    — “2–5 years in the development of electronic boards, including testing and validation”
  • Individuals with a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related fields
    — “Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field”
  • Engineers who can independently solve complex technical challenges in defense systems
    — “Ability to work autonomously and solve complex technical challenges”

Things to consider

  • The role demands 100% dedication to the company's mission and growth plans
    — “100% dedication to Harmattan AI’s mission, vision, and ambitious growth plans”
  • Candidates must be prepared to work in a high-stakes, field-ready environment
    — “ensuring reliability, low latency, and field readiness”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with Altium or similar tools in PCB design and layout
    — “Strong PCB design and layout experience (Altium or equivalent)”
  • Emphasize past collaboration with mechanical engineers on product integration
    — “Oversee the physical integration of PCBs into the product, in collaboration with mechanical engineers”
  • Showcase problem-solving achievements related to electromagnetic compatibility
    — “Address and resolve electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) issues as they arise”
  • Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders
    — “Excellent written and verbal communication, capable of leading diverse principals”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · TeamLevel · Senior

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What success looks like

  • Design and integration of PCBs
  • Resolution of electromagnetic compatibility issues
Typical background
Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering2-5 years of experience in electronic board development

Skills & requirements

Required

PCB DesignRF SystemsEMC Issues ResolutionAltium

Preferred

Graph Databases

Stack & domain

PCB Design And LayoutRF SystemsAltiumElectrical EngineeringProblem-solvingCommunication & InfluenceDefense SystemsAutonomous Systems

About the role

Original posting from Harmattan Ai via Ashby

ABOUT US

Harmattan AI is a next-generation defense prime building autonomous and scalable defense systems. Following the close of a $200M Series B, valuing the company at $1.4 billion, we are expanding our teams and capabilities to deliver mission-critical systems to allied forces.

Our work is guided by clear values: building technologies with real-world impact, pursuing excellence in everything we do, setting ambitious goals, and taking on the hardest technical challenges. We operate in a demanding environment where rigor, ownership, and execution are expected.

ABOUT THE ROLE

You will join a dedicated R&D initiative at Harmattan AI focused on developing a wireless link module for drone-to-base station communications. As an RF Electronics Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and integrating PCBs and electrical systems in a compact, rugged form factor - ensuring reliability, low latency, and field readiness.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Perform the schematic design of PCBs, including component placement and routing
  • Oversee the physical integration of PCBs into the product, in collaboration with mechanical engineers
  • Address and resolve electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) issues as they arise
  • Conduct thorough testing and validation of PCBs upon reception
  • Work closely with other R&D teams to ensure seamless coordination

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

  • Educational Background: Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
  • Strong PCB design and layout experience (Altium or equivalent)
  • Experience: 2–5 years in the development of electronic boards, including testing and validation
  • Experience with RF systems and their implications on PCB design
  • Problem-Solving: Ability to work autonomously and solve complex technical challenges
  • Communication & Influence: Excellent written and verbal communication, capable of leading diverse principals – from junior members to senior executives
  • Commitment: 100% dedication to Harmattan AI’s mission, vision, and ambitious growth plans, ready to go the extra mile to ensure operational excellence

We look forward to hearing how you can help shape the future of autonomous defense systems at Harmattan AI.

Source: Harmattan Ai careers (Ashby)

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