Fastwater Staffing is recruiting a Phased Array Antenna Systems Engineer in Montreal (on-site preferred; remote/hybrid with at least one week per month on-site) to design, simulate, test, and integrate phased array antennas for next-generation satellite programs, using tools like MATLAB and Simulink. Requires 5+ years of antenna/RF engineering experience.
📍 Location: Montreal, Canada
📄 Employment Type: Full-Time
🏢 Work Arrangement: Remote Opportunity for US and Canadian citizens. Relocation assistance + bonus for European candidates.
🚀 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.
Remote Opportunity for US and Canadian Citizens. Relocation assistance + bonus for European candidates.
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.