Syntronic

RF Hardware Developer (ULF/VLF)

Kanata, ON

No sponsorshipCAD 90k-CAD 135kDetected 28 days ago

FPGAEMI/EMCElectrical EngineeringSignal ProcessingCommunicationCollaboration

About the role

Join us in partnering with visionary companies and the brightest minds to turn ground-breaking ideas into reality.
Imagine working on cutting-edge telecom advancements, pioneering automotive tech, life-saving healthcare innovations, and next-gen industrial automation.
Our projects are diverse, impactful, and at the forefront of technological innovation.

Design and develop RF signal chain architectures, including receiver, transmitter, filtering, amplification, and signal conditioning functions for communications systems operating between 3 kHz and 30 MHz.
Analyze and optimize system-level RF performance, including sensitivity, dynamic range, selectivity, noise figure, interference mitigation, and signal integrity.
Develop subsystem specifications, design requirements, and interface definitions based on system-level performance objectives.
Perform simulations, calculations, and trade studies to evaluate RF architectures, component selections, and design alternatives.
Support hardware integration, laboratory testing, troubleshooting, and performance validation activities throughout the product development lifecycle.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including hardware, FPGA, software, systems, and test specialists to develop integrated communications solutions.
Prepare technical documentation, test plans, design reports, and engineering recommendations while supporting design reviews and customer discussions.
VLF High-power Class D/E PA design experience
Strong expertise in RF system design and analysis within LF, VLF, HF, or similar communications frequency bands.
Experience developing communications systems for maritime, naval, aerospace, defense, or other mission-critical applications.

This role requires strong expertise in low-frequency RF architectures, receiver and transmitter subsystems, filtering, signal integrity, and system-level performance analysis.
The ideal candidate combines deep technical knowledge with a practical, hands-on approach to product development and system validation.
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Physics, or a related technical discipline.
10+ years of experience developing RF, communications, or signal processing systems.
Experience with receiver and transmitter architectures, filtering, low-noise amplification, frequency conversion, and signal conditioning techniques.
Proficiency using RF simulation, analysis, and laboratory measurement tools including spectrum analyzers, signal generators, vector network analyzers, and oscilloscopes.
Strong understanding of electromagnetic theory, noise sources, interference mechanisms, and RF system performance metrics.
Experience with digital signal processing, modem technologies, software-defined radio platforms, or FPGA-based communications systems.

At Syntronic, our employees are our greatest asset.
We foster innovation, collaboration, and excellence, offering opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Join a global community that values creativity and diversity.
Ready to Shape the Future with Us?
If you're ready to elevate your career and be part of a team that's making a real impact, we want to hear from you.
Apply today and embark on your journey with Syntronic, where your ideas and innovations can truly make a difference.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses.
These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment.
Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans.
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Currently hold or eligible to obtain Canadian secret clearance (currently hold valid PR status or Citizenship in Canada + 10 years verifiable history)

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