Satellite Antenna Engineer- SatCOM Hybrid / Remote

Satellite Antenna Engineer

Location: San Jose California Citizenship / Clearance Requirements: US Citizens with Ability to Obtain a Clearance

We are seeking a highly skilled Satellite Antenna Engineer to join our growing team and contribute to the design, development, and integration of advanced antenna systems for next-generation satellite platforms. This role is ideal for engineers passionate about electromagnetics, RF systems, and cutting-edge space technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and optimize advanced antenna architectures, including phased arrays, reflectors, and feed systems
• Develop solutions across Ku-band, Ka-band, and other SATCOM frequency ranges

EM Simulation & Modeling

• Use industry-standard EM simulation tools (HFSS, CST, TICRA) to model antenna performance
• Analyze radiation patterns, gain, efficiency, and overall system behavior

Prototyping & Fabrication

• Build and characterize antenna prototypes and RF front-end components
• Validate design performance through iterative prototyping and refinement

Testing & Measurement

• Conduct detailed antenna testing in anechoic chambers and near-field measurement ranges
• Utilize VNAs, signal generators, and other RF test equipment to verify performance metrics

Systems Integration

• Collaborate with mechanical, thermal, and systems engineering teams to integrate antenna modules into satellite payloads
• Ensure antenna systems meet launch survivability and space-environment requirements

Required Skills & Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field
• Ph.D. in electromagnetics or antenna engineering preferred for senior-level roles

Technical Skills

• Strong foundation in RF theory, impedance matching, microwave network analysis, and beamforming
• Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, or C++ for automation, modeling, and data analysis
• Familiarity with PCB fabrication processes and commercial microwave materials

Several compensation options are available such as direct hire or consultancy. Hourly rates or comparable salary start at 80/hour and go up based on experience. Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401k) can be available based on the compensation method chosen.