Intellian Technologies · 1 day ago
Senior Antenna Engineer
Rockville, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$170K/yr - $230K/yr
10+ years expIntellian Technologies is the world’s leading provider of satellite antennas and terminals, focused on empowering global connectivity. The Senior Antenna Engineer will design and test RF and antenna modules for SatCom user terminals, lead simulations and prototype testing, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product development.
Information TechnologyManufacturingSatellite CommunicationTelecommunications
Responsibilities
Architect antenna and RF systems for Ku- and Ka-band SatCom terminal products
Design various types of Ku- and Ka-band phased array antenna apertures for SatCom user terminal applications
Utilize simulation software and physical models to conduct antenna analyses for design optimizations and trade-offs
Generate design documents and packages to support contract manufacturers for prototype fabrication
Draft test plans of RF and antenna modules for design verification test (DVT) campaigns
Setup and manage RF lab facilities to conduct various RF and antenna tests and characterization
Design RF and antenna test setup and implement testing fixtures
Write and manage script languages to automate testing processes
Generate antenna and RF test reports
Lead cross-functional engineering teams to review the antenna system design
Support production build-up for the manufacturing partners for prototypes and volume ramp-up
Provide engineering analysis and system specifications for ESA that incorporate radiating elements & beamforming chips, polarizer & radome
Calculate/estimate the AESA design features & performance parameters including the type of radiators, number of elements, beam scan range, Cross-Pol. Discrimination, G/T & EIRP based on customer requirements
Design, optimize & develop AESA antennas & related components such as polarizers & radomes using computer simulation followed by prototyping & measurements
Provide engineering analysis and system specifications for ESA that incorporate radiating elements & beamforming MMIC chips, polarizer, radome & controller
Qualification
Required
Minimum: MS degree in EE or physics with antenna research experience
5+ years of experience with SatCom antenna aperture design and development, including phased array antennas
5+ years of experience with antenna and RF system architecture design
Solid knowledge & understanding of antenna design principles and microwave theories
Extensive experience with antenna design and simulation tools, including HFSS, CST, or equivalent
Extensive experience operating RF test equipment, including signal generator, spectrum analyzer, vector network analyzer, etc
Solid knowledge of antenna testing facility and methodology, including far- and near-field ranges and measurements
Knowledge of applying cost-effective manufacturing technologies to deliver antenna products
Design & development of flat-plane active steerable-beam phased array antennas incorporating beam-forming chips
Preferred
Ph.D. degree in EE or physics with extensive antenna and EM-wave theory research experience
Experience in the design & development of polarizer is a plus
Experience in the design and development of advanced PCB-based radiators such as meta-surface radiators capable of wide-scan angles & low-cross-polarization
Knowledge of commercial microwave PCB materials & processes is highly preferred
Experience in the design & development of flat-panel active electronically steerable phased array (AESA) for LEO user terminals is highly desirable
Benefits
Flexible time off
Paid holidays
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
401(k) plan with employer safe harbor
Annual bonus based on both company and individual performance
Company
Intellian Technologies
True connectivity empowers everything! Intellian is the world’s leading provider of satellite antennas and terminals, with a mission to empower connectivity so connectivity can empower the world.
201-500 employees
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Leadership Team
Eric Sung
CEO & President
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