Senior Phased-Array Antenna Design Engineer

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead the design and development of antenna systems, including reflectors, feeds, radiating elements, and sub-reflectors for Q-, V-, and E-band applications.
• Own electromagnetic (EM) simulations using tools such as HFSS, CST, and TICRA to optimize antenna performance and drive key design decisions.
• Collaborate closely with RFIC/MMIC, T/R module, DSP, mechanical, and thermal engineers to define requirements and ensure a cohesive system architecture.
• Lead prototype fabrication, assembly, and RF testing activities, including near-field, far-field, and environmental testing.
• Own the full antenna hardware lifecycle, from concept and design through fabrication, characterization, and environmental qualification (e.g., thermal vacuum, vibration, and radiation testing).
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including design analyses, test reports, requirements, and design review materials.

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering and 7+ years of experience in RF antenna design, or an M.S. in Electrical Engineering or a related field and 5+ years of experience in RF antenna design.
• Experience designing antenna elements and antenna-in-package solutions for microwave and mmWave phased-array applications.
• Solid understanding of electromagnetic theory and its application to antenna design, particularly phased arrays.
• Proven experience leading the design and development of antennas and associated hardware from concept through validation.
• Proficiency with at least one major 3D electromagnetic simulation tool (e.g., TICRA, HFSS, or CST).
• Understanding of the trade-offs among analog, digital, and hybrid beamforming architectures.
• Familiarity with antenna measurement techniques and anechoic chamber testing.

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Electromagnetics or Antennas.
• Proven track record of taking a complex antenna system from initial concept through production and successful deployment, ideally for space applications.
• Experience designing and developing high-frequency antennas operating in the mmWave spectrum, including Q-, V-, and E-bands.
• Familiarity with RFIC/MMIC technologies and T/R module design considerations.
• Knowledge of array calibration techniques and algorithms.
• Experience with aerospace, defense, or wireless communications systems.
• An active top secret clearance or eligibility to obtain and maintain a top secret clearance.

Base Pay Range for:

CA applicants is $ - $WA applicants is $ - $

Other site ranges may differ

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• Benefits include:
  Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off:
  Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the…