Phased Array Antenna Systems Engineer – Hybrid/Remote Opportunity | Fastwater Staffing

📍 Location: Montreal, Canada
📄 Employment Type: Full-Time
🏢 Work Arrangement: On-site preferred; hybrid/remote considered for exceptional candidates (must be willing to work on-site at least one week per month)
🚀 Start Date: Immediate
💰 Compensation: TBD -- based on skills and experience

Important Screening Requirements

• Must be eligible to obtain or hold Controlled Goods Program (CGP) clearance.
• H-1B visa holders are welcome to apply.
• Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.
• Candidates working remotely or in a hybrid capacity must be willing to travel and work on-site in Montreal for at least one week per month.

About the Role

We are seeking a Phased Array Antenna Systems Engineer to support the design, development, and integration of advanced antenna systems for next-generation satellite programs. In this role, you will contribute to phased array antenna design, beamforming technologies, system integration, and antenna testing to ensure optimal performance across space and ground segment applications. The ideal candidate has strong expertise in antenna systems engineering, RF technologies, and simulation tools within aerospace or satellite communications environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize phased array antenna systems for satellite applications.
• Support active antenna system design, beamforming, and antenna performance analysis.
• Conduct antenna testing, validation, and radiated performance measurements.
• Support the specification, integration, and verification of antenna systems for space and ground segment applications.
• Perform system modeling and simulations using MATLAB, Simulink, and other engineering tools.
• Analyze antenna parameters and recommend design improvements to optimize system performance.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to support system integration and testing.
• Prepare technical documentation, test reports, and engineering analyses.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Experience with:
  • Active antenna system design
  • Phased array antennas and beamforming technologies
  • Antenna performance analysis and antenna parameters
  • Antenna testing and radiated test facilities
  • Space and/or ground segment antenna design, specification, and integration methodologies
• Proficiency with MATLAB, Simulink, and other engineering simulation tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting satellite communications or aerospace antenna systems.
• Knowledge of RF system design and electromagnetic principles.
• Experience with antenna modeling, simulation, and system validation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration skills.