ETH Zürich
Scientific Assistant in Antenna Array Design and Testing
📍 Zurich
Role and responsibilities
Design, implement, and refine antenna and antenna array designs in commercial PCB technologies. Design, implement, and refine antenna array PCB boards to realize operational systems in cooperation with wireless ICs. PCB traces for RF signal feeding/combining/dividing, DC supply/biasing/ground lines, and digital programming should be included in the designs. Develop test control PCBs for antenna array PCBs. Set up measurement environments and support automated testing of antenna arrays with wireless ICs. Lead the execution and analysis of antenna and antenna array test campaigns to validate performance under various operating conditions. Document and investigate test anomalies. Prepare formal test reports for internal reviews and project deliverables. Develop and maintain automated test frameworks to improve repeatability, traceability, and testing efficiency.
Team / description
The Integrated Devices, Electronics, and Systems (IDEAS) Group is a world leading research group on next-generation wireless technologies for applications, such as 6G, satellite communication (SATCOM), and electromagnetic sensing. Our research is funded by multiple EU, ESA, and Swiss programs and projects, and contributes directly to European digital sovereignty. The IDEAS Group has multiple on-going wireless projects on 6G, satellite communication (SATCOM), and electromagnetic sensing/imaging applications. We also have several developed and experimentally verified antenna and antenna array solutions for these systems.
Qualifications and Skills
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Microelectronics, or a related field
Prior experience in applied electromagnetics and antenna designs
Prior experience in printed-circuit board (PCB) design
Experience in microwave engineering and advanced electromagnetics is a plus
Electronics testing experience using Keysight and R&S; equipment is a plus
Experience working in fast-paced research environments
Highly organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple tasks efficiently
Motivated to contribute to a collaborative and interdisciplinary research environment, with a strong commitment to technical excellence
High professional integrity, maturity, and a constructive working style
Excellent communication skills in English, the IDEAS team's working language