Antenna Measurement Services: What Gets Tested

Understand exactly how your antenna performs before it reaches the field. Micro-Ant measures critical RF characteristics for passive antennas, radomes, arrays, reflectors, feeds, and more across 750 MHz to 40 GHz. Using advanced spherical and planar near-field chambers, our Jacksonville facility delivers dependable characterization data, certification support, and documentation for demanding aerospace, defense, satellite, maritime, and wireless programs.

Engineer conducting antenna measurements in an RF test chamber

Our Antenna Measurement Services

Precise RF characterization, certification support, and reporting for antennas, radomes, and critical RF components.

Near-Field Measurement

Spherical and planar near-field chamber testing characterizes antenna performance from 750 MHz to 40 GHz, supporting L-Band through Ka-Band applications and complex antenna geometries.

Antenna Characterization

Measure passive antennas, flat panels, reflectors, arrays, horns, lenses, helical antennas, and beamforming systems to validate electrical performance against program requirements.

Certification Testing

Prepare measurement data and formatted reports for FCC-regulated submissions and satellite operator certification programs, including Eutelsat, Intelsat, Inmarsat, SES O3B, Iridium Certus, and ARSTRAT.

Measured With Confidence

Know Your Antenna’s True Performance

Antenna measurement turns design assumptions into actionable performance data. Micro-Ant tests antennas, radomes, feeds, OMTs, polarizers, and reflectors in advanced spherical and planar near-field chambers, then processes the results into clear, program-ready documentation. From Jacksonville, Florida, our team supports demanding RF projects with custom fixtures, realistic ground-plane options, secure project tracking, and characterization tailored to your required operating conditions.

Antenna positioned for near-field chamber testing
The Micro-Ant Difference

Why Choose Micro-Ant?

A disciplined testing partner for complex RF programs and exacting performance requirements.

Wideband Capability

Measure antennas from 750 MHz to 40 GHz across demanding RF applications.

Certified Quality

AS9100:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 systems guide controlled, traceable testing.

Advanced Chambers

Jacksonville spherical and planar near-field chambers support complex antenna characterization.

Secure Reporting

Project-coded storage and password-protected FTP access protect sensitive test data.

Meet the Micro-Ant Team

Technical leaders focused on accurate, responsive antenna testing.

Portrait of Charles McCarrick, President, Founder, and Chief Scientist of Micro-Ant

Charles McCarrick

President and Founder & Chief Scientist

Charles McCarrick is the President, Founder, and Chief Scientist of Micro-Ant LLC, headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida. With over two decades of leadership in antenna design and manufacturing, Charles has built Micro-Ant into a world-class engineering firm serving defense, aviation, maritime, and land applications globally. As a certified expert in Antenna Theory, he has personally trained and certified employees, fostering a team of scientists who have mastered the art of antenna engineering. Under his vision, Micro-Ant has developed more than a thousand bespoke antenna products, earned prestigious awards including the 2022 Innovation of the Year and SatCom Technology of the Year honors, and achieved AS9100:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 certifications. Charles remains committed to driving innovation and excellence that makes a meaningful difference in people's lives worldwide.

Portrait of Dasha Tyshlek, Director of Business Development at Micro-Ant

Dasha Tyshlek

Director of Business Development

Dasha Tyshlek serves as Director of Business Development at Micro-Ant LLC in Jacksonville, Florida. In her role, she drives the company's strategic growth initiatives, representing Micro-Ant at high-profile industry events and media appearances to amplify the brand's presence across the defense, satellite communications, aviation, and maritime sectors. Dasha plays a key role in building and nurturing relationships with major clients and partners, including leading organizations in government, telecom, and aerospace. Her work supports Micro-Ant's ambitious growth objectives, including a projected 40 percent revenue increase, as the company continues to expand its footprint as a recognized leader in bespoke antenna design and manufacturing. Dasha is dedicated to connecting Micro-Ant's world-class engineering capabilities with the clients and communities that need them most.

Portrait of Karl Hawes, Business Development Specialist at Micro-Ant

Karl Hawes

Business Development Specialist

Karl Hawes is a Business Development Specialist at Micro-Ant LLC, bringing nearly two decades of hands-on experience in developing, launching, and commercializing complex engineered products. Based in Jacksonville, Florida, Karl supports Micro-Ant's business development efforts across key markets including defense, aerospace, satellite communications, and government sectors. His deep background in bringing sophisticated technical products to market makes him an invaluable asset in communicating Micro-Ant's proprietary antenna technologies — from Ultra-Wide Band Ka systems to high-precision GNSS designs — to prospective clients. Karl is committed to connecting customers with the right bespoke antenna solutions and ensuring that Micro-Ant's world-class manufacturing capabilities reach the organizations that depend on reliable, high-performance connectivity.

Portrait of Tony Felice, Contact Representative at Micro-Ant

Tony Felice

Contact Representative

Tony Felice serves as a Contact Representative at Micro-Ant LLC in Jacksonville, Florida. In this client-facing role, Tony is a key point of contact for customers seeking information about Micro-Ant's industry-leading bespoke antenna solutions for government, aviation, maritime, and land applications. He is dedicated to delivering an outstanding customer experience — a hallmark of Micro-Ant's service philosophy — ensuring that every inquiry is handled with professionalism and care. Tony supports clients across a wide range of industries, including defense, satellite communications, telecom, and aerospace, helping connect them with the right antenna products and engineering expertise. His commitment to responsiveness and clear communication reflects Micro-Ant's broader mission of quality and excellence in every customer interaction.

Portrait of Ashlee Singleton, Contact Representative at Micro-Ant

Ashlee Singleton

Contact Representative

Ashlee Singleton is a Contact Representative at Micro-Ant LLC, based at the company's headquarters in Jacksonville, Florida. As a primary point of contact for clients and partners, Ashlee plays an essential role in supporting the outstanding customer experience that Micro-Ant is known for across the defense, aviation, maritime, and satellite communications industries. She assists customers in navigating inquiries related to Micro-Ant's full portfolio of bespoke antenna products and engineering services, ensuring seamless communication between clients and the company's world-class technical team. Ashlee's dedication to professionalism and attentive service reflects Micro-Ant's commitment to quality and longevity — values that have guided the company's growth and reputation over more than two decades in the industry.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you measure an antenna?

An antenna is measured in a controlled RF environment using calibrated instrumentation and a defined test setup. Micro-Ant uses spherical and planar near-field chambers to collect electromagnetic field data around the antenna under test. Software processes that data into performance results that can be reviewed against project requirements. Fixtures, ground planes, polarization, frequency range, and operating configuration are established before testing begins.

What antenna types can Micro-Ant test?

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What does antenna characterization testing provide?

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Still Have Measurement Questions?

Speak with our test program team about your antenna requirements.

Recognized Innovation

Awards and Recognition

SatCom Technology of the Year award

SatCom Technology of the Year

2022 Most Innovative category award

Innovation of the Year award

Innovation of the Year

2022 Ka antenna system honor

GrowFL Florida Companies to Watch recognition

GrowFL Companies to Watch

2023 Florida company honoree

Plan Your Antenna Measurement Program

Share your antenna type, bands, configurations, and reporting needs. Our team will review the scope and help define a practical testing path.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 904-683-8394.