Session Number IWTh6 • Room #154
June 11 • 1:30pm-3:10pm
We are a creative, energetic group
RF systems are ubiquitous. Designing high fidelity systems in a crowded spectrum requires next generation low loss with low noise & distortion performance. Join this expert-led workshop to explore how advances in interconnects, passive components, printed circuit board (PCB), and system integration are helping engineers minimize loss, noise, and distortion.

What to Expect
- Short position statements from industry experts
- Moderated discussion across the RF signal chain
- Interactive audience Q&A
- Real-world case studies and design tradeoffs
Who Should Attend
RF and microwave engineers, system designers, researchers, and technical decision-makers working on:
- Phased array systems
- Radar platforms
- Space and aerospace systems
- Advanced microwave & millimeter-wave architectures
Why Attend
- Minimize loss, noise, and distortion across the signal chain
- Optimize SWaP-C and packaging tradeoffs
- Improve reliability and repeatability in demanding environments
- Reduce design risk and accelerate integration
Meet the Panelists
Christopher Cooper
Christopher holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering Technology from Purdue University and an M.S. in Systems Engineering from Florida Tech. He has 20 years of experience as an RF and analog designer, specializing in RF distribution networks, signal intelligence (SIGINT), and wideband multi-functional phased‑array collection systems.
Colby Hobart
Colby Hobart has spent over 20 years supporting passive devices for defense radar front ends, with a career split between distributed element circuit and antenna design and PCB applications and manufacturing. He comes from Amphenol Printed Circuits in Nashua where he is currently the RF Applications engineer, covering radar and signal integrity circuit boards and assemblies.
David Higginson
With nearly a decade of experience in the military RF industry I have seen my share of black magic at work. Drawing from various disciplines has aided me in becoming a more effective engineer and leader. With an Electrical Engineering background, I have worked on designs from RF Filters to Integrated Modules and now work directly with customers to guide them to optimal solutions that are repeatable, high quality and can be scaled for production.
Phil Lenk
Since joining Micro-Coax in 2011, Phil Lenk has built a diverse technical foundation, excelling as an Operator, Project Engineer, and Field Sales & Applications Engineer. Now serving as Product Manager, Phil leverages his deep operational insight and customer-facing leadership to drive product strategy and roadmap development. His cross-functional expertise ensures a strong connection between complex customer requirements and high-performance RF product execution.
Evan Tarr
Evan has worked with passive coaxial interconnects and devices since beginning as an engineering intern at SV Microwave more than 20 years ago. Between extensive simulation experience, and hands-on lab work with VNAs and TDRs, he has supported a variety of development and troubleshooting including ultra-sensitive test and measurement equipment to Hi-Rel mil-aero and space components.