Job Title: Antenna Engineer
Job Description

This position involves designing antennas for spacecraft communication systems or other applications. The role includes both design and systems engineering responsibilities, such as specifying antenna requirements based on system performance and environmental constraints, and integrating antennas into electronic systems to ensure compatibility and optimal performance. Additionally, the role encompasses testing antenna performance using simulation tools, measurement equipment, and field testing, which may require travel. Troubleshooting antenna issues and optimizing designs for performance and efficiency are also key aspects of this position. Collaboration with cross-functional teams, including RF engineers, mechanical engineers, and systems engineers, is essential to ensure successful antenna integration.

ResponsibilitiesDesign antennas for spacecraft communication systems or other applications.Specify antenna requirements based on system performance and environmental constraints.Integrate antennas into electronic systems to ensure compatibility and optimal performance.Test antenna performance using simulation tools, measurement equipment, and field testing.Troubleshoot antenna issues and optimize designs for performance and efficiency.Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including RF engineers, mechanical engineers, and systems engineers, to ensure successful antenna integration.Essential SkillsAntenna designRadio frequency knowledgeAntenna testing and integrationBachelor's Degree in a relevant fieldExperience in aerospace, ideally with satellitesAdditional Skills & QualificationsExperience with spacecraft applicationsKnowledge of antenna requirementsSkills in antenna integrationUnderstanding of antenna performanceWork Environment

This is a 100% remote position that will require travel to Houston, TX for testing and integration purposes. You will have the opportunity to support one of the hottest commercial aerospace companies in the world, which recently won NASA's newest contract supporting the Near Space Network, totaling up to $4.8 billion.

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