Antenna Test Engineer Intern — Hands-on RF Lab & Measurements

Intellian Technologies; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

A leading satellite technology company in Maryland is seeking an Antenna Test Engineer Intern to assist in characterizing and validating next-generation phased array antennas. This role is designed for students or recent graduates with a background in Electrical Engineering. Responsibilities include supporting RF measurements, lab operations, and data organization in a professional lab environment. Ideal candidates will have an understanding of electromagnetics and antenna theory, along with familiarity in Python or MATLAB. Competitive opportunity for hands-on learning in cutting-edge satellite communication technology.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of a B.S. or M.S. program in Electrical Engineering, Electromagnetics, or a related field.
• Understanding of Electromagnetics and Antenna Theory including Gain, Polarization, S-parameters.
• Strong desire to work in a lab environment and learn professional measurement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setting up and executing RF measurements for Gain, Radiation Patterns, and G/T.
• Help with DUT mounting, cable management, and basic equipment calibration.
• Support the team by organizing and performing basic processing of measurement data.
• Assist in creating test reports and documenting test procedures.
• Help maintain an organized lab environment and track RF components.

Skills

Understanding of Electromagnetics

Antenna Theory

Hands-on work in a lab

Familiarity with Python

Familiarity with MATLAB

Education

Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of a B.S. or M.S. program in Electrical Engineering

Tools

RF lab equipment

EM simulation tools

Job description

A leading satellite technology company in Maryland is seeking an Antenna Test Engineer Intern to assist in characterizing and validating next-generation phased array antennas. This role is designed for students or recent graduates with a background in Electrical Engineering. Responsibilities include supporting RF measurements, lab operations, and data organization in a professional lab environment. Ideal candidates will have an understanding of electromagnetics and antenna theory, along with familiarity in Python or MATLAB. Competitive opportunity for hands-on learning in cutting-edge satellite communication technology.