**EchoStar** has an exciting opportunity for a **Sr Phased Array** **Antenna Engineer** in our **Hughes Network Systems** division for our office in **Gaithersburg, MD** . This is an exciting position where the candidate will be involved in design and testing of state-of-the-art RF and antenna technology for next generation LEO/MEO/GEO satellite communication systems for fixed and mobile applications. **Responsibilities:** + Analyze system requirements and derive antenna and RF sub-system requirements + As member of antenna design team, conduct detailed design of low-cost radiating elements that work over wide bandwidths and wide scan angles in Ku and Ka bands + Conduct extensive simulations of the design to predict performance in the field + Actively work with mechanical and CAD teams and board manufacturers to get a protype built based on selected design + Develop test plans and generate detailed test procedures for RF and phased array antenna subsystems. + Conduct near field and far field measurements, collect results, analyze and present to internal teams and customers, when needed + Analyze RF chain requirements for a user terminal based on phased arrays + Interface with factory teams to provide antenna test fixture related inputs + Interface with vendors and suppliers on the selection of test equipment for the antenna lab **Basic Requirements:** + MSEE in electrical engineering with emphasis on antenna and RF/microwave engineering + Solid understanding of advanced electromagnetics, antennas, polarizers and radomes + 10+ years of phased array design and testing experience in Ku and Ka bands + 5+ years of experience with test equipment like vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, noise figure meters, power meters etc. + 5+ years of experience making antenna pattern measurements including active element patterns, gain, G/T, beam-width, sidelobe levels, co and cross polarization levels, Axial Ratio, Return loss, Insertion Loss, coupling factors. + 7+ years of experience with simulation tools such as HFSS, CST, ADS and MATLAB **Preferred Qualifications:** + PhD in electrical engineering with emphasis on antenna and RF/microwave engineering + Familiarity with a wide variety of RF printed circuit technologies including stripline, microstrip, CoPlanar Waveguide. + Familiarity with high density PC Board interconnect methods including micro-via, blind and buried via, in RF and microwave environments. + Familiarity with cavity resonance issues of enclosed antenna structures + Knowledgeable about electronic beam forming, beam steering and array synthesis. The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level and competencies. Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Will be eligible for discretionary bonus, with funding based on company performance. \#LI-EM1 \#H We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. EEO is the law. At EchoStar, you have the right to request reasonable accommodations. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact careers@echostar.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only; you may not use this contact information to inquire about the status of an application.