Satellite Antenna Engineer: Phased-Array & RF Design

Associates Systems LLC; San Jose (CA); Remote; USD 90,921 - 129,494; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k)

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in San Jose, California is seeking a Satellite Antenna Engineer to excel in designing, developing, and optimizing antenna systems for advanced satellite platforms. The ideal candidate possesses a solid foundation in RF theory, experience with EM simulation tools, and programming skills in Python or MATLAB. This position offers a competitive hourly wage starting at $80, along with benefits such as health, dental, vision, and 401(k) options based on compensation methods.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Strong foundation in RF theory, impedance matching, microwave network analysis, and beamforming.
• Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, or C++ for automation, modeling, and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize advanced antenna architectures, including phased arrays and reflectors.
• Develop solutions across Ku-band, Ka-band, and other SATCOM frequency ranges.
• Use industry-standard EM simulation tools to model antenna performance.
• Conduct detailed antenna testing in anechoic chambers and near-field measurement ranges.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate antenna modules into satellite payloads.

Skills

RF theory

Impedance matching

Microwave network analysis

Beamforming

Python

MATLAB

C++

PCB fabrication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in related field

Ph.D. in electromagnetics or antenna engineering

Tools

HFSS

CST

TICRA

VNA

RF test equipment

Job description

A technology solutions provider in San Jose, California is seeking a Satellite Antenna Engineer to excel in designing, developing, and optimizing antenna systems for advanced satellite platforms. The ideal candidate possesses a solid foundation in RF theory, experience with EM simulation tools, and programming skills in Python or MATLAB. This position offers a competitive hourly wage starting at $80, along with benefits such as health, dental, vision, and 401(k) options based on compensation methods.