Alex Koala

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About Alex Koala

A highly accomplished RF and millimeter wave (mmW) Systems Engineer specializing in satellite communication, radar systems, and RF subsystem design for space applications, with expertise in mixers, filters, phase shifters, and PAs across C, X, Ku, and Ka bands. Skilled in high-gain, low-noise, low-loss RF modeling using Keysight ADS, Ansys HFSS, CST Microwave Studio, AWR Microwave Office, Antenna magus, Feko, and experienced in EMC/EMI testing with Rohde & Schwarz, and Keysight. Proficient in hybrid rigid-flex printed circuit design using KiCAD and Altium. Led technological roadmaps from concept to experimental validation, an expert in phased-array antenna design, and collaborated with ESA (D, V, and W-Band inter-satellite coms), Airbus (Earth Explorer 11 Wivern), and NASA (Near Earth Orbit Network SMBA) on global space missions. Skilled in RF testing automation using Python and LabVIEW. A strategic leader with a record of mentorship, and failure mode analysis, consistently delivering high-impact technical reports and presentations.