As 2026, 2025 finalist and back-to-back winners of the 2023 & 2024 Defence Innovator of the Year , we live and breathe our values of integrity, innovation, professionalism, and passion .

Our vision is bold - to be a world leader in defence innovation , creating and delivering cutting-edge technologies to military and law enforcement communities worldwide.

We are now seeking an RF Antenna Design Engineer to join our growing team and help develop the next generation of miniaturised, conformal, and high-performance antenna systems for tomorrow’s defence technology. This is your prospect to work hands-on, turning complex design challenges into practical, field-ready solutions.

What You’ll Be Doing

- Design miniaturised and/or conformal antennas for advanced defence applications.
- Engineer and test RF circuits to meet stringent performance requirements.
- Operate advanced test equipment, including VNAs, spectrum analysers, and oscilloscopes.
- Prepare specifications, requirements, and technical documentation.
- Analyse relevant standards to ensure compliance.
- Develop and execute test and evaluation plans.

About You

- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Telecommunications, Electrical, Electronics , or related discipline.
- Australian Citizenship with eligibility for Baseline Security Clearance.




- Not a prohibited person under Section 3 of the Firearms Act 1996 (Victoria).
- Experience with Altium Designer .
- Skilled in using CST, ADS, or equivalent tools for antenna and RF design.
- Experience designing and testing antennas within tight enclosures.
- Knowledge of cascade analysis in RF signal chains.
- Proficient in debugging and fault‑finding circuits.
- Capable of surface mount assembly and rework.
- Collaborative, adaptable, and thrives in a multidisciplinary team environment .

Why Join Us?

- Competitive remuneration package.
- Work on exciting projects at the forefront of defence and space innovation.
- Access professional learning and development to keep growing your skills.
- Collaborate in a dynamic, high‑talent engineering team developing unique solutions.
- Partner with leading research organisations and institutions.
- Be part of an organisation committed to diversity, inclusion, mental health, and wellbeing .
- We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you’re looking for a unique and exciting role where your designs will go from concept to real-world deployment, we want to hear from you.

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📌 RF/Antenna Design Engineer (City of Greater Dandenong)
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📍 City of Greater Dandenong