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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is hiring an Antenna Control Systems Engineer (early-career / entry-level to Engineer II) to support design, development, testing, and field integration of control systems for full-motion ground station antennas. You will work across electrical, controls, software, mechanical, production, and test teams to deliver reliable motion-control and antenna-tracking solutions from prototype through production and field installation.

• Participate in electrical and systems requirements, functional analysis, and performance trade studies.
• Design and lay out electrical and control-system hardware (schematics, wiring, harnesses, connectorization).
• Integrate and test analog and digital electronics for servo and RF systems.
• Develop, tune, and troubleshoot PID control loops and embedded C applications for motion-control.
• Work with CAN bus (or similar) communications and support system architecture documentation.
• Integrate brushless DC motors, servo drives, encoders, and sensors; validate system performance via simulation and lab tests.
• Create and maintain engineering documentation: schematics, specifications, and test procedures.
• Support installations, commissioning, and field troubleshooting (domestic and international travel ~25–40%).
• Collaborate with customers and represent the engineering team professionally during on-site activities.

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Who You Are / Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Controls Engineering, or related field.
• Engineer I: 0–2 years of relevant engineering experience (recent graduates encouraged).
• Engineer II: ~2–5 years of relevant engineering experience (progression expected).
• Working knowledge of electrical engineering fundamentals, circuits, and embedded systems.
• Familiarity with C / embedded C (able to read code, edit configuration, and collaborate with software engineers).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Basic understanding of motors, servo systems, sensors, and feedback control.
• Experience (or coursework) with CAN bus / CANopen or similar communication protocols is strongly preferred.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with clear written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and learn quickly under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally for multi-week field deployments (est. 25–40% annually).
• Professional customer-facing demeanor and strong interpersonal skills.

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Skills That Give You a Leg-Up

• Hands-on projects, internships, co-ops, robotics, or lab experience involving motors, controls, embedded systems, or electronics.
• Familiarity with PID tuning, motion-control systems, or antenna tracking systems.
• Experience with brushless DC motors, servo drives, and encoders.
• Exposure to analog circuitry in addition to digital systems.
• Experience with engineering simulation tools, test equipment, and formal design reviews (PDR/CDR).
• MSc in Electrical Engineering or related advanced degree (preferred for higher-level responsibilities).

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Work Environment & Logistics

• This role supports commercial and government ground-station antenna systems used in satellite communications and defense OEM solutions.
• Onboarding includes ~90 days in-office mentoring with senior engineers, documentation review, and lab observation.
• Field work involves multi-week deployments with long days (often ~10 hours/day) and occasional extended schedules to complete installations, testing, and customer support.
• Typical attire: engineering office/lab attire; field-specific PPE or site requirements communicated in advance.
• Employment type: Full-time (with contractor engagements possible per program needs).
• Location: Onsite in Plano, TX (this is not a remote role).

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Pay & Benefits

• Pay range: $70,000 - $80,000 per year. Actual compensation within this range will depend on experience, skills, and other job-related factors.
• Benefits highlights (may vary by role/program): paid time off, holidays, 401(k) eligibility, and other benefits to be provided during onboarding.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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