RF Engineer Communication, Data Link and RF Based Localization (m/w/d)

At Alpine Eagle, we’re building the future of counter-drone defence. We’re a fast-growing, international deep-tech company working at the intersection of aerospace engineering, defence systems, and machine learning. Our goal: create the world’s first swarm-based, airborne counter-drone system.

Modern conflicts show how quickly drones are reshaping the battlefield. Threats are rising, and today’s solutions aren’t keeping pace. We’re here to change that.

Alpine Eagle isn’t just a defence company. It’s a mission. Backed by an international team, strong funding, and a bold vision, we’re looking for people who want to shape the next generation of aerial security and build something that truly matters.

🎯 How you will make an impact:

• Design, optimize, and operate RF communication links for airborne and ground segments (C2, telemetry, payload data), including deconfliction and EW scenarios. 

• Own end-to-end link budgets and performance analysis (EIRP, SNR, Losses Eb/Eno) 

• Integrate and maintain RF communication links into existing IP networks to enable transparent operation with high quality of service(QOS). 

• Define and integrate RF modules for passive RF-based detection and localization of drones. 

• Support antenna/RF integration on airborne platforms (placement, cabling, radome effects, isolation, EMC considerations). 

• Drive the company’s RF engineering abilities, perform end-to-end tests in the laboratory, and on our field test sites. 

✅ What you need to be successful:

• Solid fundamentals in RF, wireless communication, and the OSI model. 

• Practical experience in delivering high-performance real-world wireless communication applications, including link budget management and modeling. 

• Experience with design and integration of radio location systems. 

• Hands-on debugging mindset with common RF lab tools (spectrum analyzer/VSA, VNA, power meter, etc.). 

• Practical experience in EMC/EMI, ideally in a military context. 

• Ideally, knowledge in Python to automate analysis and configuration tasks. 

• Proactive and organized team player. 

• Valid work permit (citizenship or visa) for Germany. 

• Willingness to work in our lab on-site. 

At Alpine Eagle, we are committed to diversity and equal opportunity. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, or sexual identity.

Apply now!