Principal Antenna Engineer

Motorola Solutions

Actively hiring
Schaumburg, IL Posted 63 days ago $100,100$160,200 / year

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TL;DR

Applied Technology is hiring an experienced Antenna Engineer to join their dynamic team, focusing on the design and optimization of custom wireless communication products. This role involves leading phased array system designs, performing electromagnetic simulations with Ansys HFSS and CST Studio Suite, integrating antennas with RF front-end components, and conducting rigorous testing in anechoic chambers. The engineer will also collaborate closely with customers to develop product requirements and contribute to business development efforts. Essential skills include expertise in EM simulation software, phased array theory, RF circuit design using Cadence, and proficiency with measurement hardware such as VNAs and spectrum analyzers. Knowledge of high-frequency substrate properties at mmWave frequencies is crucial, along with strong communication and multitasking abilities.

Skills

ANSYS HFSS CST Studio Suite Phased Array Theory RF Circuit Design Cadence Vector Network Analyzers Spectrum Analyzers Signal Generators Rogers Substrate Megtron Substrate Taconic Substrate System-in-Package Antenna-in-Package

What you'll do

  • Design, simulate, and optimize custom antenna elements for wideband applications.
  • Lead phased array system design including feed networks and phase shifters.
  • Perform full-wave EM simulations using Ansys HFSS to analyze antenna performance.
  • Integrate antennas with RF front-end components ensuring impedance matching.
  • Conduct hands-on testing in anechoic chambers to validate hardware designs.
  • Address mmWave frequency challenges such as atmospheric absorption and path loss.

What we're looking for

  • Expert-level proficiency in ANSYS HFSS and CST Studio Suite for EM simulations.
  • Deep understanding of phased array theory, including grating lobes and beamforming.
  • Proficiency in RF circuit design using Cadence for matching networks and system analysis.
  • Mastery of measurement hardware such as VNAs, Spectrum Analyzers, and Signal Generators.
  • 8+ years of antenna engineering experience with a focus on custom development.

Market check

Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

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This role $130k
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This role pays less than 77% of similar roles. Most pay $136,825–$190,650 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $130k versus about $164k for comparable roles.

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About Motorola Solutions

Motorola Solutions, Inc. (NYSE: MSI) is a leading American technology company providing mission-critical communications, video security, and analytics for public safety and enterprise customers.

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