Engineering

Junior Engineer: Radio Frequency Interference

SARAO - South African Radio Astronomy Observatory·Western Cape, south-africa·Full Time·Remote
EngineeringFull TimeRemote
-Closes Nov 13, 2026

Closes: November 5, 2026

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the development, operation and maintenance of measurement, monitoring systems and equipment
  • Assist in the analysis of RFI measurement, monitoring and telescope data
  • Write and review technical RFI reports
  • Participate in RFI measurement
  • Support graduates-in-training

Key Requirements:

Qualification:

  • B.Eng or B.Sc (NQF 8) in Electrical, Electronics or Computer Engineering with + 2 years relevant experience.
  • Valid drivers license.

Experience:

  • RF and/or EMC measurements
  • Processing or analyzing data in a programming language.
  • Designing electronic circuits
  • Working with RF electronics
  • Programming in a programming language

Knowledge:

  • Understanding of EMC/RFI measurement principles
  • Good understanding of Radio Frequency (RF)
  • Good understanding of signal propagation
  • Radio frequency measurements and data analysis
  • Broad understanding of Radio frequency hardware, including antennas, low noise amplifiers, switches, mixers and other radio frequency components
  • Broad understanding of analysis of measurement data based on sound engineering principles.

Additional Notes:

  • Analytical problem-solving skills
  • Hands-on technical skills in order to install and commission products in the field.
  • Basic scripting ability for configuring and analysis of digital systems
  • Work independently as well as in a team environment.
  • Work in remote locations when required.

Key skills

BachelorsPostgraduate Diploma

At a glance

Company

SARAO - South African Radio Astronomy Observatory

Location

Western Cape, south-africa

Employment

Full Time

Experience

Valid until

November 13, 2026

Created

October 30, 2026