Senior RF Applications Engineer (m/f/d) - Aerospace & Defense - #2778387

Job Description

Emerson's Test & Measurement (T&M) Business Unit is looking for an experienced RF Applications Engineer to join our European Aerospace & Defense team. In this customer-facing role, you will help leading organizations solve RF functional, parametric and system-level test and validation challenges. You will combine RF expertise with hands-on system development, working with customers and with Sales, Business Development, Product and R&D teams across the whole organization.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Understand customer RF test and validation needs and translate them into effective test architectures.
• Design and demonstrate RF and microwave solutions for functional test, parametric characterization and system-level validation.
• Develop proof-of-concept systems combining RF instrumentation, automation software and, where relevant, SDR and real-time signal processing.
• Support projects from early technical discussions and architecture definition through evaluation, validation and deployment.
• Collaborate on strategic customer engagements, capture application insights for Product and R&D, and create reusable demonstrations, application notes and technical content.
  
  

Who You Are:

You are a hands-on RF engineer who enjoys solving complex problems, engaging with customers and turning requirements into practical solutions. You are curious, collaborative and comfortable working independently in an international environment.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in RF, Telecommunications, Electronics, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Several years of hands-on experience in RF test, measurement, validation or system integration.
• Knowledge of RF and microwave measurements, including signal generation and analysis, spectrum analysis, modulation and signal characterization.
• Experience in one or more of these areas: functional or parametric test, system-level validation, automated test, and programming with LabVIEW, Python, C/C++ or .NET.
• Strong problem-solving and customer communication skills, with fluency in English and professional proficiency in Italian or German, depending on location.
• Willingness to travel within Europe, typically up to 20%, and eligibility to obtain the country-specific security clearance required for applicable national and European programs, i.e. Italian or German nationality, depending on location.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

You do not need to meet every item. Experience in any of the following would be valuable:

• Hands-on use of NI RF and PXI instrumentation, LabVIEW, LabVIEW FPGA, TestStand or Python-based test automation.
• Experience with Software Defined Radio (SDR), RF transceivers, digital communications, waveform generation and analysis, DSP, FPGA or real-time processing.
• Knowledge of radar, satellite communications, RF communications or RF system validation.
• Experience supporting Aerospace & Defense programs or other complex, regulated engineering environments.
  
  

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

For Italy, our compensation philosophy is simple: we pay a competitive base salary, within the local market in which we operate, and reward performance during our annual merit review process. The salary range for this role is 43,100 - 80,100 EUR gross annually, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to a role.

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About Us

WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

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About Emerson

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

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