martinelli

Experienced RF & Antenna Engineer with a strong background in lab-based antenna measurements, microwave testing, and hardware system integration. Specializing in hands-on development of antenna prototypes, S-parameter characterization, and microwave subsystems for aerospace, defense, and IoT sectors. Proficient with advanced lab instrumentation and well-versed in EM compliance, production tuning, and reliability validation.

Known for delivering physically optimized antenna solutions through a blend of testing, debugging, and modeling, not just simulations. Strong communicator with experience collaborating across mechanical, PCB, and firmware teams.

Professional Experience

RF & Antenna Test Engineer – Orbitek Defence Systems
Budapest, Hungary • 2017–2023

• Led full RF testing pipeline for airborne phased array antennas in X- and Ka-band
• Executed high-power validation in thermal/vibration stress chambers
• Developed testing fixtures for modular antenna prototypes with quick-swap calibration
• Provided field support for antenna calibration and gain verification on-site
• Co-authored technical submission for NATO antenna compliance (MIL-STD-461G)

Antenna Hardware Technician – AxisNav Technologies
Paris, France • 2014–2017

• Built and tuned microstrip and ceramic chip antennas on GPS modules
• Conducted extensive field testing and drive tests for GPS/GLONASS L1 band
• Designed RF test jigs and low-cost shielding solutions for small production runs
• Reduced production return rate by 28% through improved matching/tuning protocols

Education

B.Eng. in Telecommunication Engineering
Paris University • 2013
Courses: Electromagnetic Fields, Microwave Networks, Antenna Structures, Wireless Test Design

Certifications

• Keysight Advanced VNA Operation
• EMC Pre-Compliance Testing Certification (York EMC)
• IPC-A-610 Qualified for Electronic Assemblies
• ESD Handling & RF Lab Safety Certified