Antenna Engineer Sunnyvale, CA +1 locations • Facebook Reality Labs • Hardware Facebook Reality[...]

Meta; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 139,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Antenna Engineer, where you'll lead the design and implementation of cutting-edge antenna systems for AR/MR products. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to bring innovative wireless technologies to market, ensuring top-tier performance through rigorous testing and validation. With a focus on creativity and technical expertise, you'll play a crucial role in shaping the future of immersive experiences. If you're passionate about wireless technology and eager to push the boundaries of what's possible, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus

Equity

Comprehensive Benefits

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in antenna design for consumer electronics.
• Hands-on experience with RF lab equipment and EM simulations.

Responsibilities

• Design and verify antennas throughout the product design cycle.
• Perform EM simulations for radio performance and emissions.

Skills

Antenna Design

RF Lab Equipment

EM Simulation Software

Antenna Tuning

Data Analysis

Coding (MATLAB, Python)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering

M.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CST

HFSS

VNA

Job description

Meta Reality Labs group is looking for an Antenna Engineer to join our wireless team for AR/MR products. As an Antenna Engineer at Meta, you will be responsible for antenna performance specification, design, simulations, prototyping, implementation, passive performance test, OTA test and leading the antenna design through various development stages of the program. You will engage with internal cross-functional teams and external partners to bring wireless products from concept to market.

Responsibilities

1. Responsible for antenna design, implementation and verification throughout a product design cycle.
2. Responsible for antenna matching circuit design, antenna passive and active performance by computer simulation and lab validation.
3. Perform board level and product level EM simulations for radio performance, spatial co-existence and emissions.
4. Partner with internal cross-functional teams and external JDM/CM to successfully bring wireless products to market.
5. Support EMI/EMC troubleshooting, and product certification.
6. Support domestic/international travel to achieve program milestones.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, related field or equivalent experience with 6+ years of experience in antenna design for consumer electronics.
2. Experience with RF lab equipment for RF device and antenna characterization as well as system performance validation, such as SAR, TRP and TIS.
3. Experience in EM simulation software, such as CST, HFSS.
4. Experience with antenna/wireless system architecture and multi-radio coexistence mechanism.
5. Hands on with antenna tuning and measurement with VNA and anechoic chamber system.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Ph.D. (or equivalent experience) in Electrical Engineering, or related field, with 3+ years of experience or M.S with 6+ years in antenna design for consumer electronics.
2. Experience with Cellular, GNSS, Wi-Fi/BT, and other wireless technologies.
3. Familiar with regulatory requirements (FCC, CE, etc.).
4. mmWave phased array design experience.
5. Familiarity with basic layout tool usage and PCB fabrication.
6. Coding skill for data analysis and test equipment automation, such as MATLAB, Python, etc.

About Meta

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

Compensation: $139,000/year to $200,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits.

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

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