Junior Engineer: Radio Frequency Interference

SARAO - South African Radio Astronomy Observatory
Cape Town, Western Cape
Full-time
Posted 4 hours ago
Full-time Engineering
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Job Description

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.

Interested in this role?

You'll apply on SARAO - South African Radio Astronomy Observatory's own site before 13 November 2026. Put your most relevant experience at the top of your CV first.

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Job details
Job TypeFull-time
LocationCape Town, Western Cape
CategoryEngineering
Experience2+ years
Posted30 October 2026
Closing Date13 November 2026
SARAO - South African Radio Astronomy Observatory
Cape Town, Western Cape

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