Senior Antenna Engineer
Core
Design, qualification, and procurement of antenna system components for production and R&D programs for high-orbit communication satellites.
Role type
Senior IC antenna engineer (RF/space systems)
Builds
Space-qualified antenna and RF components for geosynchronous communication satellites
Domain
Aerospace / Satellite Communications
Required skills
Antenna and microwave engineering fundamentals, Vector network analyzer usage, Anechoic chamber testing, CST/HFSS/TICRA simulation, Matlab/Python scripting, Cross-disciplinary collaboration (structural/thermal/software)
Preferred skills
Digital beamforming, Active feed networks, Reconfigurable antennas, Co-site interference analysis, Link budget calculations, Waveguide component design, Deployable reflectors, EMI/EMC testing, Integrated electronics design, Advanced manufacturing technologies
Technologies
CST, HFSS, TICRA, Matlab, Python, Vector Network Analyzers, Anechoic chambers, Near field scanners
Responsibilities
Optimize system-level antenna and RF performance, Work with vendors to design and procure space-qualified components, Co-design antenna systems with structural/thermal/software teams, Propose novel antenna solutions to satisfy customer requirements, Assist in recruiting additional teammates
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
