Senior RF Antenna Engineer

Kymeta Corporation; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Senior RF Antenna Engineer to revolutionize satellite communications. This role involves leveraging metamaterial technology to create efficient, lightweight antennas for next-generation services. As part of a dynamic team, you'll engage in the design and development of cutting-edge antenna systems, collaborating closely with mechanical and electrical engineers. With a commitment to excellence and a focus on continuous improvement, this position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of satellite communications. If you are creative and passionate about technology, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Medical Plans

Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts

Vision & Dental

Life/AD&D

Employee Assistance Program

401k

Flexible PTO

Paid Time Off

12 paid holidays per year

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industry experience in RF antenna engineering.
• Experience with electronically scanned antennas is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop electronic beam steering antenna concepts.
• Collaborate with engineers for prototype and hardware development.

Skills

Design and hardware implementation of array antennas

RF measurement techniques

Using ANSYS HFSS for full-wave analysis

Scientific and numerical programming (Python, Matlab)

Collaboration in cross-functional teams

Education

Master’s in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS HFSS

Python

Matlab

Job description

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About Kymeta

Kymeta revolutionizes satellite communications through Intelligent Communications Platforms (ICPs). Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Redmond, Washington, Kymeta leverages cutting-edge metamaterial-based science to engineer, manufacture and deliver resilient connectivity and enhanced situational awareness for critical, mobile applications. Backed by U.S. and international patents our electronically steered flat panel antennas enable seamless communications on-the-move. With software-defined solutions, hybrid multi-network capabilities, and edge processing, we integrate satellite and cellular networks, ensuring continuous connectivity in challenging environments. Kymeta solutions serve government, military, maritime, transport, and public safety clients worldwide, providing uninterrupted connectivity and spatial intelligence anywhere, anytime. With over 150 patents, Kymeta is shaping the future of global communications, dedicated to delivering reliable, efficient, and intelligent connectivity solutions for an increasingly mobile and connected world. For more information, visit kymetacorp.com

Description

Senior RF Antenna Engineer

About Kymeta

Kymeta revolutionizes satellite communications through Intelligent Communications Platforms (ICPs). Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Redmond, Washington, Kymeta leverages cutting-edge metamaterial-based science to engineer, manufacture and deliver resilient connectivity and enhanced situational awareness for critical, mobile applications. Backed by U.S. and international patents our electronically steered flat panel antennas enable seamless communications on-the-move. With software-defined solutions, hybrid multi-network capabilities, and edge processing, we integrate satellite and cellular networks, ensuring continuous connectivity in challenging environments. Kymeta solutions serve government, military, maritime, transport, and public safety clients worldwide, providing uninterrupted connectivity and spatial intelligence anywhere, anytime. With over 150 patents, Kymeta is shaping the future of global communications, dedicated to delivering reliable, efficient, and intelligent connectivity solutions for an increasingly mobile and connected world. For more information, visit kymetacorp.com

What We Need

Kymeta is looking for a Senior RF Antenna Engineer who will use metamaterial technology to provide next generation satellite communications services using flat, thinner, lighter, and more efficient and less expensive solutions compared to traditional satellite antenna technologies. As a member of Kymeta’s research and antenna design team, a successful candidate will apply skills and experience in development of state of the art electronically scanned antennas. The candidate will accept ownership of assigned projects and apply initiative in developing solutions from conception through hardware qualification. The candidate will champion ideas in a multifunctional work environment, participate in development of design verification prototypes and collaborate with software, system and mechanical engineers. We are seeking creative, flexible individuals who enjoy working in a dynamic environment.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Research and development of electronic beam steering antenna concepts
• Analytical and full-wave analysis of antenna and waveguide components
• Prototype and hardware development in collaboration with mechanical, electrical, and process engineers for small scale proof of concept and full-scale antenna prototypes
• Collaborate with test engineers to conduct comprehensive farfield and nearfield measurements
  
  
  

Skills And Experience

• Experience with design and hardware implementation of array antennas and passive microwave devices (e.g., hybrids, combiners, waveguides) in Ku and Ka bands
• Experience with electronically scanned antennas is a significant plus
• Solid background in RF measurement techniques including both near field and far field antenna measurements
• Experienced in using ANSYS HFSS for fullwave analysis
• Experienced in scientific and numerical programming languages such as Python and Matlab
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with engineers in a cross-functional team
  
  
  

EDUCATION

• Master’s in Electrical Engineering, Electromagnetics, Applied Physics, or similar degree field with 3+ years of industry experience
• Alternatively, a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, Electromagnetics, Applied Physics, or similar degree field with 5+ years of industry experience
  
  
  

Compensation

Kymeta is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. In the spirit of pay transparency, we have determined the salary range for this position to be $140k - $200k. This is the full base salary range for the role. Hiring at the maximum of the range would be atypical, in order to allow for future and continued salary growth. Compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and geography. The total compensation package for this position includes an annual target bonus of 10%, stock options, and benefits listed below. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer.

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package which includes:

Medical Plans: A choice between two competitive options

• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
  
  
  

Vision & Dental

Life/AD&D

Employee Assistance Program

401k

Paid Time Off

• Exempt employees: Flexible PTO and 12 paid holidays per year
• Nonexempt employees: 15 vacation days, 7 sick days and 12 paid holidays per year
  
  
  

Kymeta is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Satellite Telecommunications

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