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Antenna Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$165K - $197K/yr

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How much do antenna consulting jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for antenna consulting in the United States is $111,500.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,000.00 and $139,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Antenna Consulting vs RF Engineer?

AspectAntenna ConsultingRF Engineer
CredentialsEngineering degree, antenna design certificationsEngineering degree, RF and microwave certifications
Work EnvironmentDesign labs, client sites, field testingLaboratories, field testing, telecommunications sites
Industry UsageTelecom, aerospace, defense, researchTelecom, wireless, broadcasting, defense
Common Search/ComparisonDesign, consulting, antenna optimizationSignal analysis, RF system design, testing

While both roles involve working with radio frequency systems, Antenna Consulting focuses on designing and optimizing antennas for various applications, often providing expert advice to clients. RF Engineers have a broader scope, working on entire RF systems, including transmitters, receivers, and signal processing. Understanding these differences helps professionals and employers identify the right expertise for specific projects.

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Antenna Engineer

$165K - $197K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago


Job description

FTS International, LLC (FTS) is committed to providing the Federal Government with quality consultants and support. To ensure mission success we focus on putting our customers first while minimizing corporate bureaucracy on our staff. We provide Subject Matter Experts (SME) free of Organizational Conflicts of Interest (OCI) focused on independent analysis and mission support services within the disciplines of Engineering, Counter Terrorism Operations, Management, Information Technology, Signals Analysis, Administration, Cyber Security and Linguistics.
FTS has an opportunity for an Antenna Engineer in Chantilly, VA.
The Antenna Engineer will provide systems engineering technical assistance in the area of satellite antennas and front-end electronics.
Responsibilities
  • Perform satellite antenna design, simulation, manufacture and test
  • Perform analysis of antenna designs to evaluate antenna performance parameters such as gain, directivity, impedance, and coverage pattern
  • Review a wide range of antenna and beamforming designs and assess ability to meet mission requirements
  • Assist in identifying design changes to meet requirements when performance requirements are not met
  • Review of both RF and environmental test data
  • Participate in on-orbit test and calibration of satellites
  • Perform basic RF link calculations and assist in resolving antenna manufacturing issues

Required Skills/Qualifications
  • TS/SCI with polygraph
  • BS degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics specializing in electromagnetics, RF systems, or antennas
  • 8+ years of relevant experience
  • Experience with satellite antenna design, simulation, manufacture and test
  • Proficiency in electromagnetic simulation tools and RF measurement equipment (e.g., VNAs, spectrum analyzers)
  • Experience with satellite antenna design, manufacture and test
  • Understanding of satellite on-orbit calibration methods
  • Strong understanding of electromagnetic theory, wave propagation, antenna array design, and RF circuits
  • Experience with electromagnetic analysis tools
  • Ability to perform independent analysis of antenna designs

Desired Skills/Qualifications
  • MS degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics specializing in electromagnetics, RF systems, or antennas
  • Prior experience as a SETA or supporting program offices

Expected Salary Range: $165,000 - $197,000 per year. Placement within the range is determined by qualifications, job-related criteria, experience, internal equity and market considerations. In addition, FTS International, LLC has benefits offerings in addition to salary to include Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, Life Insurance, Short Term and Long-Term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.
FTS International, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer - vets/disabled.