Permanent

Principal SAR System Engineer

Posted by RINA • Rome, Lazio, Italy

📍 Rome, Lazio 🕒 March 01, 2026

About the Role

RINA is currently recruiting for a Principal SAR System Engineer to join its office in ROME within the Electronics and System Engineering Division.

Mission

We are looking for a Senior SAR System Engineer with deep expertise in synthetic aperture radar design, signal processing, and image performance optimization. This role will drive the technical direction of next-generation SAR payload.

Key Accountabilities

  • Lead SAR payload architecture, RF chain design, and antenna specifications

  • Develop SAR acquisition modes (Stripmap, Spotlight, ScanSAR)

  • Define image quality metrics (NESZ, resolution, ambiguity ratios)

  • Collaborate with AI/ML teams on onboard processing algorithms

  • Oversee calibration, radiometric accuracy, and commissioning phases

  • Interface with ground segment for data exploitation
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