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Principal Antenna Engineer
Job in
Mt Rainier, Mount Rainier, Prince George's County, Maryland, 20712, USA
Listed on 2026-02-21
Listing for:
Vivid Technology
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-21
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Vivid Technology is working with a leading Satellite Communications provider, who is seeking a Principal Antenna Engineer. In this role you will lead the design, development, and testing of innovative RF and antenna modules for Sat Com phased array user terminals. Managing the Antenna Engineering team, overseeing all aspects of antenna design and integration, from concept through production. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in microwave and antenna engineering, prototyping, testing, simulation design modeling, and engineering management.
Key Responsibilities- Architect and lead the design of antenna and RF systems for Ku- and Ka-band Sat Com phased array user terminal products by translating customer requirements to a product solution and coordinating Antenna Team task and priorities
- Oversee the design and development of various types of Ku- and Ka-band antenna apertures for Sat Com terminal applications
- Utilize advanced simulation software and physical modeling to conduct in-depth antenna analyses for design optimization and trade-offs
- Develop and generate design documents and technical packages to support contract manufacturers in prototype fabrication
- Lead the drafting of test plans for RF and antenna modules, ensuring thorough design verification test (DVT) campaigns
- Minimum: MS degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics with a focus on antenna research. Preferred:
Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or Physics with extensive research experience in antenna and EM-wave theory. - 10+ years of experience in designing and developing Sat Com antenna apertures, including phased array antennas.
- 10+ years of experience in antenna and RF system architecture design.
- Strong knowledge and understanding of antenna design principles and microwave theory.
- Extensive experience with antenna design and simulation tools such as HFSS, CST, or equivalent software.
- Proven experience operating RF test equipment, including signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and vector network analyzers.
- Solid understanding of antenna testing facilities and methodologies, including far-field and near-field range measurements.
- Expertise in the design and development of flat-panel, active steerable-beam phased array antennas, incorporating beamforming chips.
Work on cutting-edge Sat Com antenna projects, influence system architecture, and collaborate in a high-impact engineering environment.
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