News  |  October 6, 2025

Distinguished Professor Rahmat-Samii Delivered an Invited Talk at the 2025 ICEAA/IEEE APWC Conference, Palermo, Italy

Distinguished Professor Yahya Rahmat-Samii delivered an invited talk at the 2025 ICEAA (International Conference on Electromagnetics in Advanced Applications) and IEEE APWC (IEEE APS Topical Conference on Antennas and Propagation in Wireless Communications), held in Palermo, Italy, from September 8–11, 2025. This premier international gathering highlighted state-of-the-art developments in electromagnetic systems and antennas. Professor Rahmat-Samii’s talk, titled “Innovative Fabrication Techniques for Transmitarray and Printed Lens Antennas,” drew strong interest from the global research community.

The growing demand for high-performance antenna systems continues to push the limits of conventional manufacturing technologies, driving the need for innovative fabrication methods. These advancements allow antenna engineers to pursue non-traditional design strategies, enabling closer integration between electromagnetic design and advanced manufacturing. A prime example is the evolution of printed lens and transmitarray antenna technologies, where progress in fabrication directly enhances both performance and complexity. The invited talk highlighted key breakthroughs in the manufacturing of lens and transmitarray antennas and explored their implications for current and future design paradigms.

The figures below feature Professor Rahmat-Samii and representative 3D-printed lens and Flat-layered Meta Lens.

Events/Seminars

Industry Events

Northrop Grumman’s California Regional Info Session

Northrop Grumman would like to invite you to a virtual information session on October 9, 2025. Please register using this link.

Apple Event – Careers in Hardware Technologies

Apple is hosting an event on October 15. The program will feature a guest lecture by Jafar Savoj at the Cohen Room (1st floor of Eng VI). Following the lecture, Apple engineers will hold 2 breakout sessions for flash chats with students. Please register by October 8 using the QR codes provided in the attached flyer.

Featured Seminars from Other Departments

Data Equals: Democratic Equality & Technological Hierarchy, A book presentation by Colin Koopman

The NNAI Livescu initiative and the UCLA Political Science department are hosting a thought-provoking presentation by Colin Koopman of his new book Data Equals: Democratic Equality and Technological Hierarchy, an expansive vision for pursuing equality in data beyond our current moment of technological hierarchy.

In this timely and ambitious work, Koopman explores how data technologies, often taken to be neutral tools, can perpetuate inequality when built on flawed notions of algorithmic fairness. It is not enough, Koopman explains, that algorithms engage everyone’s data with the same measuring stick. Input data are all too often structured in ways that obscure and exacerbate stratifying distinctions and hierarchies. Koopman contends that we must also work to ensure that those people subject to computational assessment enter data systems on equal terms. Part philosophical argument, part practical guide (focusing on AI-driven personalization in education technology), Data Equals offers novel methods for realizing democratic equality in a digital age.

📅 Date & Time: October 15th 2025 at 4:00 pm
📍 Location: DataX Impact Forum, Murphy Hall, UCLA
✉️ Please RSVP in advance, there is limited seating available

Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with critical ideas on data, democracy, and equality.

Student Organizations

Watt Fall General Meeting

WATT (Women Advancing Technology through Teamwork) is UCLA’s student-led ECE organization committed to empowering women and allies in electrical and computer engineering (ECE). Our goal is to bridge the gap between classroom learning and the real world by offering members hands-on project experience, mentorship, professional development, and outreach opportunities. 

WATT is having our Fall General Meeting this upcoming Tuesday, October 7th, at 6PM in Boelter 2444. We will be introducing our officers and plans for the year, including but not limited to outreach, technical recruiting, and our workshops schedule. Come out to see everything WATT has planned and meet fellow students! After GM, we will be showing everyone our lab space, which is open to anyone during our operating hours. There may also be some snacks 🙂

You do not need to be in ECE; students of any major and any year are welcome, and no prior experience is required!

Event Details:

Tuesday, October 7th @ 6PM

Boelter 2444

RSVP here: https://tinyurl.com/WATTFall25

Follow us on IG @uclawatt for more updates!

High-Tech and Neurological Disorders Fall 2025 Recruitment

HKN ECE Career Fair

We are thrilled to announce that the annual UCLA ECE Career Fair hosted by HKN is happening October 24 (Friday)! This is a fantastic opportunity to network with top companies, learn about potential internships and full-time roles, and explore exciting career paths.

Event Details

Date: October 24

Location: Ackerman Grand Ballroom

Time:

9:45 – 10:15 (HKN members only)

10:15 – 14:00 (General Admission)

The following companies will be there:

Cadence, Qualcomm, Marvell, Infineon, OSI Systems, HRL Laboratories, Aerospace Corporation, LADWP, Analog Bits, Spectrant LLC, RFA Electric

To ensure a smooth check-in process, please RSVP using the following form: link. You will be required to sign in at the door for entry.

We look forward to seeing you there and helping you connect with these amazing companies!

Submit your research and get published in UCLA’s Undergraduate Science Journal – Volume 39!

Hello Bruins!

Have you completed a research course at UCLA (SRP 199, 198, URSP, URFP) or a summer program like Amgen scholars, that required you to write a final paper? Or have you written a manuscript or thesis as part of your undergraduate research?

If so, your work may be eligible for publication in Volume 39 of the Undergraduate Science Journal (USJ), UCLA’s premier student-run STEM research journal! We welcome submissions from undergraduates across all STEM disciplines who have conducted research at UCLA or under the mentorship of a UCLA faculty member.

SUBMIT HERE! (https://forms.gle/jEQM7HWzHtNSWYgG7)

Priority Submission Deadline: Sunday, December 14, 2025 at 11:59 PM PST

Final Submission Deadline: Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 11:59 PM PST

Publishing with USJ is a great way to share your work with the UCLA scientific community and strengthen your research profile for graduate school, medical school, or industry opportunities!

Follow us on Instagram @usjucla for updates, and email us at usjucla@gmail.com if you have any questions!

We look forward to reading your work!

Job Opportunities

The University of Alabama is in search of Professors

If you are completing your PhD this year (or who have recently graduated) that are interested in opportunities to continue your research careers on the tenure track, the University of Alabama is in search of an assistant professor. 

Electrical and Computer Engineering – Assistant Professor – 527587 – Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States

The search is currently active and they’ll begin reviewing applications received through the online submission system in the next few weeks.  

They are also recruiting at the Associate and Full Professor levels.  Those links with further details are below:

Electrical and Computer Engineering – Associate Professor – 527631 – Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States

Electrical and Computer Engineering – Professor – 527632 – Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States

2025 Regional California Virtual Information Session

Join us for an interactive virtual event to learn about our California offices and the impactful work we do!

Northrop Grumman is excited to host a California Regional Info Session for students from our local universities. Whether you’re looking to gain hands-on experience or launch an exciting career in technology, this session will provide you the opportunity to:

• Learn about our early career opportunities and career paths
• Gain insights into our capabilities and the impact of our work
• Network with industry professionals and peers

Who should register?

We encourage you to sign up if you:

• Are currently enrolled at an accredited university or college in a 4-year undergraduate or graduate program.
• Are eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance (U.S. citizenship is required).
• Are graduating in Fall 2026 or later and available to work full-time during a 10-week internship in Summer 2026.
• Are graduating by August 2026 and available for full-time employment upon receiving your degree.

Don’t miss this opportunity!
Connect with our University Recruiting team and Northrop Grumman employees during this engaging virtual panel event. 

Register Today!

Cellular SOC Design Verification Engineer – Entry Level at Apple

Do you have a passion for invention and self-challenge? This position gives you an opportunity to be a part of one of the most cutting edge and key projects that Apple’s Silicon Engineering Group has embarked upon to-date. As a Design Verification Engineer on our team, you’ll be at the center of the verification effort within our silicon design group responsible for crafting and productizing state-of-the-art Cellular SoCs! 

You will have the opportunity to contribute to the verification effort of a set of complex SOCs delivering the Cellular solution. You will integrate multiple sophisticated IP level DV environments, craft highly reusable best-in-class UVM based test bench, implement effective coverage driven and directed test suites, deploy new tools and methodologies to deliver chips that are right-first-time. By collaborating with other product development groups across Apple, you can push the industry boundaries of what cellular systems can do and improve the product experience for our customers across the world!

Minimum Qualifications:

BS in EE or CS is required

Object Oriented Programming

Coursework in Digital Design

Preferred Qualifications:

MS in EE or CS

Coursework in Computer Architecture, Networking Protocol

Should be a great teammate with excellent communication and problem-solving skills and the desire to seek diverse challenges.

Programming experience in SystemVerilog, Python, C++

Application details:

1. Candidates must be graduating this December

2. Please include your current GPA with your resume

3. Please send resume directly to j_lou@apple.com 

Postdoctoral Researcher: Modeling and Stability Analysis for Modern Power Systems

Please see this link for more information regarding these positions.

Postdoctoral Researcher: Bulk Power Systems Multi-timescale Operation, Modeling and Simulation

Please see this link for more information regarding these positions.

Researcher II/III: EMT Modeling, Simulation and Analysis for Large-Scale Power Systems

Please see this link for more information regarding these positions.

Engineer or Project Manager at DMF Lighting

DMF Lighting designs and builds industry-leading LED downlighting that sets the standard for flexibility, performance, and quality. Founded over 30 years ago, DMF has grown into a leader in the lighting industry, driven by a passion for innovation and customer service.

Our in-house engineers constantly push the boundaries of lighting, delivering products that combine exceptional performance with beautiful design. At DMF, we believe in a collaborative, forward-thinking culture that empowers our team to bring creative ideas to life and make a lasting impact. If you’re looking for a company where creativity and innovation are part of the DNA, DMF is the place for you.

We currently have the following openings available:

Electrical Engineer, Sr. Electrical Engineer, Embedded Firmware Engineer, Mechanical Engineer I, Mechanical Engineer, Project Manager

Website: www.dmflighting.com 

Please see this link for more information regarding these positions.

Contact: Helen Portillo, Human Resources Generalist at HPortillo@dmflighting.com 

Electrical/Computer Engineering Intern at Sophia Space

A well-funded deep-tech startup in Pasadena is seeking Electrical/Computer Engineering Interns to help develop its AI-powered product prototypes. The interns are expected to blend electronics hardware and embedded software to build groundbreaking AI infrastructure in space. Roles are available full-time or part-time starting immediately, with the option to continue part-time (~10–15 hrs/week) during the academic year. 

Please see this link for more information regarding this position.

ECE Telecom Faculty Position at Texas Tech University

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering in the Whitacre College of Engineering at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track, open-rank (Assistant/Associate/Full Professor) to begin January 16, 2026.

Please see this link for more information regarding this position.

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