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Radio & Radar Systems Engineer

On-site in Alicante·Added 5 months ago (last checked 29 Oct)

Embention

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Work mode: On-site, Alicante
Experience: 2+ years

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Skills

Nice to have

Telemetry

Requirements

What we're looking for

2+ years of experience in radios or high-reliability communication systems.
Familiarity with aeronautical radios and telemetry systems.

Nice to have

Degree in Telecommunications, Aerospace, Electronics Engineering or similar.
Experience in certified environments (DO-160, DO-178C, DO-254, ARP4754A, ARP4761).
Experience in Detect & Avoid systems.
Focus, commitment, agility, and result-oriented.
Autonomy, attention to detail and structured mindset.
Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
Strong understanding of RF architecture and propagation principles.
Experience performing link budget calculations.
Experience in RF laboratory validation and troubleshooting.
Professional level of English.

The role

What you'll do

This role is focused on system architecture and operational performance.
Specification of radio and radar systems requirements.
Communication-system design architectures (HF/VHF/UHF, telemetry, data links, GNSS).
Radar topologies (FMCW, pulsed, altimetry, inflight detection).
Perform link budget calculations and radar range equation analysis.
Dimension communication links and coverage analysis.
Define front-end architectures.
Integrate with airborne avionics and ground segment systems.
Participate in integration, verification and validation (IVV) activities.
Generate technical documentation under DO-160, DO-254 and DO-366 standards.

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About Embention

Embention is a Spanish aerospace technology company specializing in the development of autopilots, flight controllers, and critical systems for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. Based in Alicante, Spain, the company designs and manufactures advanced avionics, including motor controllers, GPS receivers, and redundant flight control units, serving clients in the drone and urban air mobility sectors worldwide. With a strong focus on R&D, Embention is positioned as a key supplier for the emerging advanced air mobility industry.

Embention's operations are centered in Alicante, where it maintains its engineering, production, and testing facilities. The company offers a multidisciplinary work environment with roles spanning software, hardware, RF engineering, and production, making it an attractive option for international engineers and technicians looking to work in the aerospace sector in Spain. While the company is relatively niche globally, it is well recognized within the drone and eVTOL ecosystem, and its location in the Mediterranean region offers a balanced lifestyle for relocating professionals.

Industry: Aerospace
Founded: 2001
Employees: 100–250
Headquarters: Alicante, Spain
In Spain: Alicante

Good to know if you are moving

Embention is headquartered in Alicante, Spain, a Mediterranean city with a lower cost of living compared to Madrid or Barcelona, and offers a mild climate.
The company is deeply involved in the eVTOL and drone industry, providing opportunities to work on cutting-edge aerospace technology.
Embention's team is international, and the company often hires engineers from various countries, making it a viable option for non-Spanish speakers, though Spanish is commonly used in daily operations.
The company offers a range of engineering roles, from software and firmware to hardware and RF, indicating a multidisciplinary work environment.
Alicante has an international airport and is well-connected to major European cities, facilitating travel for work and leisure.

In their own words

About the company & team

At Embention, we have been driven since 2007 by a clear mission: Enabling drones to populate our skies.

We provide more than 700 customers in 70 countries including internationally renowned companies such as Toyota, Amazon Prime Air, and Honda with Veronte autopilots, critical avionics, and software for their professional drones and eVTOLs. All our systems are developed in accordance with DO-178C, DO-254, and DO-160 standards, making us the only company in the sector certified by AESA and EASA as both a POA and APDOA.

The core of our company lies in our R&D team, made up of over 100 multidisciplinary engineers. Together with the rest of the organization, we are a team of 180 professionals united by a single goal: to innovate and push the boundaries of UAV technology.

Following a record-breaking 2025 marked by strong stock market performance, the launch of industrial production in the United Arab Emirates, and the establishment of a subsidiary in the United States, we are looking to continue expanding our team and driving continuous R&D development.

If you are passionate about our mission and want to be part of this journey, we are looking for you.

Additional information

Embention is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment decisions are made based on experience, qualifications, and alignment with role requirements.

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