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Principal Antenna Engineer

Kapta Space · Redmond, WA · On-site

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About Kapta Space

Kapta Space develops electrically steerable radar imaging technology for space, with an emphasis on Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) and Earth observation. Backed by Space Capital.

About the role

The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to apply advanced technical principles, theories, and concepts, and will have the drive and discipline to complete projects independently and on time. Kapta Space recognizes that strong candidates come from diverse backgrounds; if you bring relevant experience and the capacity to grow into this role, we encourage you to apply. Concerned you do not meet all the requirements? Not a problem - please apply even if you do not meet all these criteria.

What they're looking for

  • BS, MS, or PhD degree in electrical engineering, electromagnetics, physics, or a related discipline
  • Onsite role in Redmond, WA
  • 10+ years of RF/antenna development, including phased arrays for radar or communications
  • Strong array theory: impedance matching, coupling, polarization, scan behavior, and beamforming
  • Proven track record of designing creative antenna systems that successfully balance multi-disciplinary engineering requirements
  • Familiarity with high-density PCB-based antenna design and fabrication
More about this role

Kapta Space, a VC-funded early-stage startup in Seattle, WA, is breaking new ground in Geospatial Intelligence. Our technology centers around a proven, scalable electronically-steered radar for sophisticated spaceborne applications such as earth observation using synthetic aperture radar (SAR) techniques, as well as enabling advanced defense missions such as target tracking on the ground and in the air.

Kapta is seeking a Principal Antenna Engineer to lead the development of our radar antenna systems. The antenna engineer will be responsible for design, build and test of high frequency and millimeter wave electronically scanned antennas in collaboration with diverse engineering disciplines. This position requires a strong, self-driven engineer capable of working in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to apply advanced technical principles, theories, and concepts, and will have the drive and discipline to complete projects independently and on time. Kapta Space recognizes that strong candidates come from diverse backgrounds; if you bring relevant experience and the capacity to grow into this role, we encourage you to...

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