Gandang Samudra
Telecommunication Engineering Student & RF Engineering
A recent Telecommunications Engineering graduate specializing in RF design and antenna systems. I have a passion for translating complex theoretical concepts into practical and effective wireless solutions. My internship experiences in the defense and telecommunications industries have equipped me with robust technical skills and proven team collaboration abilities.
My Experience
A summary of my professional and academic journey, showcasing a blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on application in telecommunications.
Research Assistant Intern
Key Highlights:
- Contributed to the R&D of a multi-mode, multi-frequency anti-drone jammer.
- Executed the complete design, simulation (CST), and optimization of LPDA & Vivaldi antennas.
- Actively participated in field tests of the integrated jammer system to disable live drones.
Achievements:
- Achieved high antenna performance (VSWR 1.15, RL -25.20 dB), surpassing targets.
- Successfully interfered with drone communication links at a 1 km range.
- Collaborated in compiling patent and industrial design documents for the system.
Practicum Assistant
Key Highlights:
- Designed and implemented comprehensive technical training modules for practicum participants.
- Served as lead instructor during laboratory sessions, facilitating technical discussions.
- Established structured workflows to improve lab efficiency.
Achievements:
- Designed training materials to support practicum objectives.
- Facilitated discussions that enhanced students' critical thinking in RF and antenna topics.
Research Assistant
Key Highlights:
- Facilitated design ideation sessions to explore innovative antenna configurations.
- Conducted technical analysis on design constraints and identified potential research directions.
- Provided guidance and mentorship to junior research assistants.
Achievements:
- Improved antenna performance by 30% through advanced design optimization.
- Strengthened lab outreach by producing informative video content for YouTube.
- Successfully mentored and developed the skills of five junior team members.
Professional Skills
Leveraging a blend of core engineering principles and modern software tools, I am equipped with a versatile skill set to tackle complex challenges in RF and telecommunications.
Technical Skills
- Radio Frequency (RF) Engineering
- Antenna Design & Simulation
- Network Operations Center (NOC)
- Technical Support
Software & Tools
- CST Studio Suite
- Vector Network Analyzer (VNA)
- HFSS
Soft Skills
- Problem Solving
- Mentorship & Teaching
- Research & Development (R&D)
- Analytical & Critical Thinking
- Collaboration & Teamwork
Experience & Education
A timeline of my professional experience and educational background.
2021 - 2025
Bachelor of Telecommunications Engineering
Telkom University, Bandung
July 2024 - July 2025
Practicum Assistant
Antenna Laboratory, Telkom University
Aug 2024 - Dec 2024
Intern
PT Radar Telekomunikasi Indonesia (RTI)
July 2024 - Aug 2024
Intern
Managed Service Operation (MSO) Telkom Indonesia, Bandung
June 2022 - July 2024
Research Assistant
Antenna Laboratory, Telkom University
Featured Project
A detailed look at my capstone engineering project.
Capstone Project: Antenna Tracker for Drone Position Detection and Video Quality Maintenance
Telkom University, 2025
Designed and developed an automated antenna tracking system to improve the range and stability of real-time video transmission from drones for aerial mapping purposes.
Key Highlights
- Simulated and optimized a 1x2 helix array antenna for the 5.8 GHz band using CST Studio Suite.
- Built a tracking system using Arduino Mega 2560, integrated with GPS and LoRa modules.
- Constructed and tested a working prototype to assess system performance under real-world conditions.
Key Achievement
Achieved reliable drone video transmission at distances up to 600 meters using 100 mW transmit power, with measured antenna performance at -13.213 dB Return Loss and 1.559 VSWR.