Intellian Technologies · 1 week ago
Principal Antenna Engineer
Rockville, MD
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$200K/yr - $280K/yr
7+ years expIntellian Technologies is the world’s leading provider of satellite antennas and terminals, and they are seeking a Principal Antenna Engineer to lead the design, development, and testing of innovative RF and antenna modules for SatCom phased array user terminals. This role involves managing the Antenna Engineering team and overseeing all aspects of antenna design and integration, ensuring seamless collaboration with cross-functional teams.
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Responsibilities
Architect and lead the design of antenna and RF systems for Ku- and Ka-band SatCom phased array user terminal products by translating customer requirements to a product solution and coordinating Antenna Team task and priorities
Oversee the design and development of various types of Ku- and Ka-band antenna apertures for SatCom terminal applications
Utilize advanced simulation software and physical modeling to conduct in-depth antenna analyses for design optimization and trade-offs
Develop and generate design documents and technical packages to support contract manufacturers in prototype fabrication
Lead the drafting of test plans for RF and antenna modules, ensuring thorough design verification test (DVT) campaigns
Establish and manage RF lab facilities, coordinating and conducting RF and antenna tests, measurements, and characterization
Design RF and antenna test setups and develop necessary testing fixtures to ensure accurate measurements
Write and manage scripting languages to automate testing processes for improved efficiency and accuracy
Create and review comprehensive antenna and RF test reports, ensuring data accuracy and clarity
Lead cross-functional engineering teams to review and approve antenna system designs, ensuring alignment with overall product goals
Support production ramp-up by providing technical guidance to manufacturing partners for prototypes and volume production
Provide expert engineering analysis and define system specifications for Electronically Steered Antennas (ESA), incorporating radiating elements, beamforming chips, polarizers, and radomes
Calculate and estimate AESA design features and performance parameters, including radiator types, element count, beam scan range, G/T, and EIRP, based on customer specifications
Design, optimize, and develop AESA antennas and associated components such as polarizers and radomes, using advanced simulations followed by prototyping and validation through measurements
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the integration of beamforming MMIC chips, polarizers, radomes, and controllers in ESA systems, providing high-level technical oversight
Qualification
Required
Minimum: MS degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics with a focus on antenna research
7+ years of experience in designing and developing SatCom antenna apertures, including phased array antennas
7+ years of experience in antenna and RF system architecture design
Strong knowledge and understanding of antenna design principles and microwave theory
Extensive experience with antenna design and simulation tools such as HFSS, CST, or equivalent software
Proven experience operating RF test equipment, including signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and vector network analyzers
Solid understanding of antenna testing facilities and methodologies, including far-field and near-field range measurements
Knowledge of cost-effective manufacturing technologies for delivering antenna products
Expertise in the design and development of flat-panel, active steerable-beam phased array antennas, incorporating beamforming chips
Leadership experience managing and mentoring engineering teams, with a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams through complex projects from concept to completion
Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills in fast-paced and challenging environments, especially during design verification and troubleshooting phases
Experience in strategic planning and project management, ensuring alignment of team activities with business goals and deadlines
Ability to work effectively in an RF laboratory environment, operating test equipment and measurement tools
Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds
Comfortable working in a hybrid office and lab setting, with occasional travel to manufacturing partner sites as required
Preferred
Preferred: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or Physics with extensive research experience in antenna and EM-wave theory
Experience in the design and development of polarizers is a plus
Experience in designing advanced PCB-based radiators, such as meta-surface radiators, with wide-scan angles and low cross-polarization
Strong knowledge of commercial microwave PCB materials and processes is highly preferred
Experience in the design and development of flat-panel antennas
Benefits
Flexible time off
Paid holidays
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Short-term disability coverage
Long-term disability coverage
401(k) plan with employer safe harbor contributions
Annual performance-based bonuses
Company
Intellian Technologies
True connectivity empowers everything! Intellian is the world’s leading provider of satellite antennas and terminals, with a mission to empower connectivity so connectivity can empower the world.
201-500 employees
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Leadership Team
Eric Sung
CEO & President
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