Satellite Antenna Design & On-Orbit Test Specialist

International Executive Service Corps; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

FTS International, LLC is seeking an experienced Antenna Engineer based in Chantilly, Virginia. The successful candidate will provide systems engineering assistance in satellite antennas and front-end electronics. Responsibilities include designing and testing satellite antennas, analyzing performance parameters, and participating in satellite calibration. A BS degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics specializing in RF systems is required, along with 8+ years of experience and a TS/SCI clearance. This role supports critical government initiatives in engineering and technology.

Qualifications

• TS/SCI with polygraph.
• 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with satellite antenna design, simulation, manufacture and test.
• Strong understanding of electromagnetic theory and wave propagation.

Responsibilities

• Perform satellite antenna design, simulation, manufacture and test.
• Perform analysis of antenna designs to evaluate performance parameters.
• Review antenna and beamforming designs and assess mission requirements.
• Participate in on-orbit test and calibration of satellites.

Skills

Satellite antenna design

Electromagnetic simulation tools

RF measurement equipment (VNAs, spectrum analyzers)

Independent analysis of antenna designs

Understanding of electromagnetic theory

Wave propagation

Antenna array design

RF circuits

Education

BS degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics specializing in electromagnetics, RF systems, or antennas

MS degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics specializing in electromagnetics, RF systems, or antennas

Tools

Electromagnetic analysis tools

Job description

FTS International, LLC is seeking an experienced Antenna Engineer based in Chantilly, Virginia. The successful candidate will provide systems engineering assistance in satellite antennas and front-end electronics. Responsibilities include designing and testing satellite antennas, analyzing performance parameters, and participating in satellite calibration. A BS degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics specializing in RF systems is required, along with 8+ years of experience and a TS/SCI clearance. This role supports critical government initiatives in engineering and technology.