Aerospace & Defense, Robotics, Autonomous Vehicles, Security, Radar Technology, Hardware

Sr. Antenna Production Engineer

Kirkland, WAOnsiteFull TimeSenior$137,196–$205,382 /yrPosted 1 day agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

Sr. Antenna Production Engineer
MESA radar hardware
antenna industrialization
antenna-to-PCB integration
prototype validation
tolerance analysis
measurement correlation
supplier interaction
production-readiness
array antenna/RF chain integration

Nice to have

Antenna-in-Package
antenna-on-package
high frequency substrates
interposers
advanced RF packaging
RFIC/package parasitics

Role summary

Echodyne is seeking a Sr. Antenna Production Engineer to transition proprietary antenna technology into manufacturable MESA radar hardware. This role focuses on antenna industrialization, translating concepts into practical product implementations through antenna-to-PCB integration, prototype validation, tolerance analysis, measurement correlation, supplier interaction, and production-readiness. The engineer will work closely with RF, Electromagnetics, PCB, Component Engineering, and Manufacturing/Test teams, supporting DFM/DFT, tolerance analysis, and validation using various test methods. Experience with RF subsystems, advanced packaging, or RFIC development is a plus.

Radar Reinvented.

Echodyne offers the world’s first compact solid-state true beam-steering radar for a wide range of industries and applications. Our high-performance radars work in all weather and are designed for autonomous vehicles, uncrewed aircraft & drones, and security of borders, critical infrastructure, and smart cities. The company combines the patented technology of metamaterials with powerful software to create a radar sensor with unprecedented performance at commercial price points. Echodyne offers its radars to companies working in Automotive, Transportation, Critical Infrastructure Protection, Border Security, Smart Cities, Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), and Airspace Management including Urban Air Mobility (UTM).

Echodyne is seeking a Sr. Antenna Production Engineer to join our fast-growing team.

ROLE OVERVIEW

We are seeking an Sr. Antenna Production Engineer to help transition our proprietary antenna technology into manufacturable MESA radar hardware. This role works closely with RF, Electromagnetics, PCB, Component Engineering, and Manufacturing/Test.

The primary focus is antenna industrialization: translating antenna concepts and designs into practical product implementations through antenna-to-PCB integration, prototype validation, tolerance analysis, measurement correlation, supplier interaction, and production-readiness.

Experience with RF subsystem, Antenna-in-Package, advanced packaging, or RFIC-related development is a strong plus, but the core mission is to help make antenna technology manufacturable, testable, and scalable.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Support antenna production for MESA radar antenna hardware

Translate antenna concepts and prototype designs into production-ready implementation

Work with RF engineers on array antenna/RF chain integration, impedance matching, calibration impact, and radar-level performance

Collaborate with PCB Engineering, suppliers, and manufacturing on antenna-aware stack-up, layout, materials, fabrication, assembly, packaging, and test readiness

Support antenna DFM/DFT, tolerance analysis, manufacturability reviews, and validation using VNA, chamber/range, and OTA test methods

Correlate simulation and measured data to assess design risks, improvement areas, implementation options, and cost/performance tradeoffs

REQUIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

Experience with phased-array radar, SATCOM, RF/microwave wireless systems, RF sensor networks, or active antenna arrays

BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Electromagnetics, RF/Microwave Engineering, or related field

5+ years of experience or more in antenna, RF, radar, wireless hardware, phased-array, or microwave system development

Understanding of antenna fundamentals, including radiation patterns, gain, efficiency, polarization, impedance matching, coupling, and array behavior

Hands-on experience with RF or antenna measurement equipment such as VNA, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, chamber/range, or OTA test setup

Familiarity with EM simulation tools such as HFSS, CST, FEKO, ADS, or equivalent

Practical understanding of PCB stackups, RF materials, feed routing, vias, transitions, grounding, and shielding and the manufacturability implications of each

Ability to work cross-functionally with RF, EM, PCB, component, mechanical, manufacturing, and test teams

DESIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE (Looking for one or more as a complement to the core skills)

Experience transitioning antenna or RF designs from prototype toward product hardware

Exposure to Antenna-in-Package, antenna-on-package, high frequency substrates, interposers, or advanced RF packaging

Understanding of RFIC/package parasitics and package-to-antenna interactions

Experience with active component placement near antenna structures

Python, MATLAB, or similar scripting experience for data analysis, measurement automation, or simulation post-processing

Echodyne’s technology is export controlled by the U.S. Government and we must evaluate an applicant’s eligibility to handle export-controlled information or obtain required Government authorizations. Therefore, we will ask you as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or green card holder, or have asylum/refugee status in the U.S.

WHAT WE OFFER

This is an exempt role.
The expected annual salary range for this role is$137,196—$205,382 USD
If your skills generally align but not perfectly, please apply anyway. There may be another role that’s a great fit for you!

We offer competitive compensation and benefits to our full-time, US-based employees, including:

RSU (Restricted Stock Units)

Generous Benefits:

Fully-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you

Choice of PPO or HDHP/HSA

Virtual Care – 98Point6

Employee Assistance Program

Mental Health coverage through Springhealth & Talkspace (Premera)

Travel Assistance Insurance

Company Paid Life Insurance

Company Paid Short & Long Term Disability

Flexible PTO (exempt) / 15 days per year (non-exempt)

401(k) match

Pet Insurance

Prepaid Legal Program

Commuter Benefits

Paid Company Holidays

All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.

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