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Kemet

Antenna/RF Design Engineer

Vancouver, WA

$100K/yr

PULSE Electronics Corporation, a YAGEO Group company, is seeking an Antenna/RF Design Engineer in Vancouver, WA. Key Responsibilities * Design, simulate, prototype, and validate antennas for ...

Telesat

Antenna and UT System Engineer

Bethesda, MD

The candidate will also lead technical relationships with antenna suppliers and participate in design reviews and validation tests. Resource is required to work onsite from our Bethesda office four ...

Telesat

Antenna and UT System Engineer

Bethesda, MD · On-site

The candidate will also lead technical relationships with antenna suppliers and participate in design reviews and validation tests. Resource is required to work onsite from our Bethesda office four ...

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How much do antenna design jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for antenna design 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 types of projects and responsibilities can I expect in an Antenna Design role?

Antenna Design professionals typically work on projects involving the development and optimization of antennas for applications such as wireless communications, automotive systems, aerospace, or IoT devices. Daily responsibilities often include designing antenna prototypes, running electromagnetic simulations, conducting lab testing, and troubleshooting performance issues. You will collaborate closely with RF engineers, product development teams, and sometimes with manufacturing or customer support personnel to ensure designs meet specifications and industry standards. The work environment is usually a mix of office-based design and laboratory testing, offering exposure to both theoretical and hands-on engineering challenges.

What is an Antenna Design job?

An Antenna Design job involves designing, simulating, testing, and optimizing antennas for applications like telecommunications, aerospace, automotive, and IoT. Professionals in this role use electromagnetic theory, computational tools, and measurement techniques to create efficient antennas that meet performance specifications. They work with technologies such as RF engineering, microwave systems, and signal propagation to ensure reliable wireless communication.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Antenna Design position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Antenna Design, you need a strong background in electrical engineering, electromagnetic theory, and RF circuit design, typically backed by a relevant degree. Proficiency in simulation software such as HFSS, CST, or ADS, and familiarity with measurement equipment like network analyzers is often required, and professional certifications like the IEEE Wireless Communication certification may be an asset. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective teamwork and communication capabilities are key soft skills for this role. These skills are essential to ensure antennas meet complex technical requirements, comply with industry standards, and perform reliably in real-world applications.

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Infographic showing various Antenna Design job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,500 per year, or $53.6 per hour.
Senior Antenna Design Engineer I

Senior Antenna Design Engineer I

CesiumAstro

Melbourne, FL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.

We are looking to add a Senior Antenna Design Engineer I to our team. The ideal candidate has experience in designing, simulating, building, and testing high-frequency antennas made in printed circuit board (PCB) processes. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and are passionate about developing leading-edge RF hardware for satellites, spacecraft, and aerospace systems, we would like to hear from you.

As a Cesium hardware team member, you will be responsible for antenna designs from initial concept through requirements definition, topology selection, detailed design, analysis, optimization, manufacturing, testing, qualification, and in-orbit support of Cesium's products.

The successful candidate will also present engineering design review materials to our customers and executive team, as well as participate in proposal-writing efforts. As such, excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.

This role will initially be remote, with a planned transition to in-person work once our Florida office is established.
JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor of Science (BS) degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or Physics from an accredited university or institution.
  • Minimum of 4 years of industry or university research experience in antenna design, analysis, optimization, fabrication, and test. Minimum of 4 years of experience with a Masters degree. More experienced candidates are also encouraged to apply.
  • Expert-level proficiency in 3D electromagnetic simulation tools such as CST or HFSS.
  • Strong experience with EDA tools such as Altium.
  • Hands-on experience with lab instruments such as vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and oscilloscopes.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
  • Antenna design in frequency bands above 20 GHz.
  • Phased array design and development.
  • Aerospace electronics design, development, and qualification.
  • EMI/EMC design and mitigation techniques.
  • We provide generous benefits and stock option packages to all our employees.
CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.  Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.  
 
CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members will be considered property of CesiumAstro, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.