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As a wholly owned subsidiary of NovAtel and part of the Hexagon Group, Antcom is positioned to rapidly respond to customer requirements while enjoying the benefits of being part of a large global organization. We specialize in rapid customization of products with short timescales from concept to delivery onto customer platforms. Join our fast-paced team to challenge yourself to design antennas for a variety of industries including aerospace, defense, survey, and agriculture.
The Location: Hexagon is a global company with locations around the world. This position is based in Torrance, California and follows an onsite working arrangment.
Responsibilities:- Design, develop, and support antenna products with emphasis in the following areas:
- Navigation (GPS/GNSS) antennas such as patch, stacked patch, and helical antennas
- Antenna array design using patch antennas and novel antenna elements for beamsteering and nullsteering systems
- Communications antennas including multi-band patch, helical, monopole, dipole, and inverted-F antennas
- Evaluate antenna performance, including gain, efficiency, bandwidth, impedance matching, radiation patterns, and polarization.
- Conduct measurements using vector network analyzers (VNAs) and anechoic chambers.
- Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturing teams to ensure antenna designs are manufacturable, repeatable, and cost-effective.
- Provide technical guidance on antenna placement or integration, grounding, shielding, keep-out zones, and mechanical design constraints.
- Perform occasional PCB layout and design modifications to support antenna integration, RF circuit implementation, and performance optimization.
- Analyze new business opportunities, develop & author technical proposal responses, and estimate project schedules and costs.
- Improve product manufacturing through test automation and automated data analysis.
- Lead and assist in the planning, testing, and documentation of product performance against industry requirements such as MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461, DO-228, DO-301, and DO-160.
- Lead root cause analysis investigations and champion corrective actions.
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering; MSEE or PhD preferred
- A minimum of 2 years of related work experience. Level of position commensurate with experience and expertise.
- Experience with 3D EM simulation software (HFSS preferred)
- Experience working with network analyzers and other RF test equipment
- Experience testing antenna radiation patterns
- Understanding of antenna design for production and real-world environments
- Applicants for select positions that require access to information controlled by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”) must be US Persons per ITAR §120.15 and EAR §772.1 (i.e., a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or admitted to the U.S. as an asylee or refugee), or be otherwise eligible to obtain required authorization from the U.S. Government to access controlled information. Employment is contingent upon Antcom’s ability to obtain such required authorization for the applicant.
- Focus on customer needs and innovate to meet those needs
- Thrive in a fast paced environment where you fill a variety of roles
- Plan, organize, and execute your work to meet schedule, cost, and technical requirements
- Communicate and collaborate effectively across departments and sites
- Experience designing antennas for defense and/or aerospace applications
- Experience designing GPS/GNSS antennas
- Experience designing antennas with polarization requirements
- Experience designing blade antennas
- Knowledge of robustness standards (MIL-STD-810G, DO-160G)
- Knowledge of GNSS receiver performance, LNA integration, noise figure, multipath, and C/N₀ analysis.
- Experience leading engineering projects
- Familiarity with RF PCB layout, matching networks, filters, and front-end integration.
We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
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Compensation & Benefits
Hexagon’s Autonomy & Positioning division provides the following compensation range and a general description of other compensation and benefits. This compensation range is based on a full-time schedule. The Company reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range or offer other compensation depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state or federal law. Our benefits and bonus plans are reviewed annually and are subject to change at the company’s discretion.
Hiring Salary Range: $104,600 - $167,300 per annum
Bonus Eligibility: We offer a company profit share and individual incentive-based bonus programs.
As a wholly owned subsidiary of NovAtel and part of the Hexagon Group, Antcom is positioned to rapidly respond to customer requirements while enjoying the benefits of being part of a large global organization. We specialize in rapid customization of products with short timescales from concept to delivery onto customer platforms. Join our fast-paced team to challenge yourself to design antennas for a variety of industries including aerospace, defense, survey, and agriculture.
The Location: Hexagon is a global company with locations around the world. This position is based in Torrance, California and follows an onsite working arrangment.
Responsibilities:- Design, develop, and support antenna products with emphasis in the following areas:
- Navigation (GPS/GNSS) antennas such as patch, stacked patch, and helical antennas
- Antenna array design using patch antennas and novel antenna elements for beamsteering and nullsteering systems
- Communications antennas including multi-band patch, helical, monopole, dipole, and inverted-F antennas
- Evaluate antenna performance, including gain, efficiency, bandwidth, impedance matching, radiation patterns, and polarization.
- Conduct measurements using vector network analyzers (VNAs) and anechoic chambers.
- Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturing teams to ensure antenna designs are manufacturable, repeatable, and cost-effective.
- Provide technical guidance on antenna placement or integration, grounding, shielding, keep-out zones, and mechanical design constraints.
- Perform occasional PCB layout and design modifications to support antenna integration, RF circuit implementation, and performance optimization.
- Analyze new business opportunities, develop & author technical proposal responses, and estimate project schedules and costs.
- Improve product manufacturing through test automation and automated data analysis.
- Lead and assist in the planning, testing, and documentation of product performance against industry requirements such as MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461, DO-228, DO-301, and DO-160.
- Lead root cause analysis investigations and champion corrective actions.
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering; MSEE or PhD preferred
- A minimum of 2 years of related work experience. Level of position commensurate with experience and expertise.
- Experience with 3D EM simulation software (HFSS preferred)
- Experience working with network analyzers and other RF test equipment
- Experience testing antenna radiation patterns
- Understanding of antenna design for production and real-world environments
- Applicants for select positions that require access to information controlled by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”) must be US Persons per ITAR §120.15 and EAR §772.1 (i.e., a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or admitted to the U.S. as an asylee or refugee), or be otherwise eligible to obtain required authorization from the U.S. Government to access controlled information. Employment is contingent upon Antcom’s ability to obtain such required authorization for the applicant.
- Focus on customer needs and innovate to meet those needs
- Thrive in a fast paced environment where you fill a variety of roles
- Plan, organize, and execute your work to meet schedule, cost, and technical requirements
- Communicate and collaborate effectively across departments and sites
- Experience designing antennas for defense and/or aerospace applications
- Experience designing GPS/GNSS antennas
- Experience designing antennas with polarization requirements
- Experience designing blade antennas
- Knowledge of robustness standards (MIL-STD-810G, DO-160G)
- Knowledge of GNSS receiver performance, LNA integration, noise figure, multipath, and C/N₀ analysis.
- Experience leading engineering projects
- Familiarity with RF PCB layout, matching networks, filters, and front-end integration.
We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
Click on the links below to learn more about Equal Employment Opportunity.
EEO Know Your Rights
We are an E-Verify participating employer. Click on the links below for more information about E-Verify and your right to work.
Compensation & Benefits
Hexagon’s Autonomy & Positioning division provides the following compensation range and a general description of other compensation and benefits. This compensation range is based on a full-time schedule. The Company reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range or offer other compensation depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state or federal law. Our benefits and bonus plans are reviewed annually and are subject to change at the company’s discretion.
Hiring Salary Range: $104,600 - $167,300 per annum
Bonus Eligibility: We offer a company profit share and individual incentive-based bonus programs.
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Who's Hiring
- Amazon22
- Raytheon9
- Northrop Grumman9
- SpaceX6
- Viasat4
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Telecommunications
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in antenna engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, physics, or a closely related field
- Hands-on experience with electromagnetic simulation tools such as HFSS, CST, or FEKO
- Proficiency in RF measurement equipment including network analyzers and spectrum analyzers
- Familiarity with antenna array design, beamforming, and phased array architectures
- Active or eligible DoD security clearance for defense and government contract roles
- Knowledge of industry standards and testing methods such as MIL-STD or IEEE protocols
Tips for Your Antenna Engineer Job Search
Quantify your antenna design achievements
List measured results on your resume: gain improvements in dBi, bandwidth, VSWR, or efficiency gains you delivered. Hiring managers in RF roles skim for these numbers fast, so surface them in your bullet points rather than burying them in project descriptions.
Match your clearance status upfront
Defense and government antenna roles often require an active Secret or Top Secret clearance. State your clearance level and status in your resume header so recruiters don't have to hunt for it, and filter openings by clearance requirement before applying.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists antenna engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target your simulation tool proficiency
Openings for antenna engineers almost always name specific tools like HFSS, CST Studio, or FEKO. Tailor each application to mirror the exact software listed in the job posting, because many teams filter resumes on tool familiarity before reviewing anything else.
Prepare to walk through a design tradeoff
Antenna engineering interviews frequently ask you to defend a design decision, such as why you chose a patch array over a horn or traded gain for beamwidth. Practice articulating your reasoning aloud, including the constraints that drove your choice and what you would change with more budget or space.
Negotiate on total comp including lab access
At smaller defense contractors and startups, cash salary flexibility is often limited, but you can negotiate on conference budget, access to anechoic chamber time, and tool licenses. Asking about lab resources also signals that you take measurement and validation seriously.
Antenna Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most antenna engineers?
The companies hiring the most antenna engineers right now include Amazon, Raytheon, and Northrop Grumman, with the largest share of openings in Washington, California, and Maryland, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Defense primes and satellite communications firms consistently account for a large portion of active openings.
How many antenna engineer jobs are remote?
About 19% of antenna engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is lower than most engineering disciplines because hands-on lab and range testing is a core part of the role. Sub-specializations in computational electromagnetics modeling and systems-level design tend to offer the most remote flexibility.
How do you become an antenna engineer?
Start with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field that includes coursework in electromagnetics and microwave theory. Build hands-on skills with simulation tools like HFSS or CST through coursework or personal projects, then target internships or entry-level RF roles where you can work alongside experienced antenna engineers on real hardware. A master's degree strengthens your candidacy for research-heavy or advanced phased array positions.
How do you get hired as an antenna engineer with little experience?
Focus on demonstrating hands-on simulation and measurement work, even from academic projects. Build a portfolio that shows a full design cycle: requirements, simulation, fabrication or prototyping, and measured results on a network analyzer. Roles at smaller defense subcontractors and university research labs often accept candidates with strong project portfolios in place of commercial experience, and they provide mentorship that accelerates your growth quickly.
What does the antenna engineer interview process look like?
Most processes start with a recruiter or HR screen, followed by a technical phone interview covering electromagnetics fundamentals and your simulation tool experience. A take-home design problem or a live whiteboard session on antenna tradeoffs is common at mid and senior levels. Final rounds typically involve a panel with RF systems engineers who will ask you to walk through a past design decision, including the constraints you faced and how you validated performance.
Where can I find and apply to antenna engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to antenna engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialization and experience level, then apply directly to each opening that fits.
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