Antenna Solutions for Defense and Aerospace Programs

Micro-Ant delivers mission-ready antenna solutions for defense and aerospace programs, combining bespoke RF engineering, precision manufacturing, and advanced antenna testing under one roof. From UHF through Ka-band and beyond, our Jacksonville-based team supports demanding SATCOM, aviation, maritime, land, and government applications with rugged, high-performance products built for harsh environments and long-term operational reliability.

Defense and aerospace antenna testing equipment

Our Antenna Solutions Services

Integrated antenna engineering, manufacturing, and testing capabilities for demanding defense and aerospace program requirements.

Custom Design

Mission-specific antenna design and engineering for defense, aerospace, satellite, maritime, and wireless platforms across UHF through V-band applications, including phased arrays, GNSS, flat-panel, and electronically steered systems.

Contract Manufacturing

US-based precision manufacturing for customer designs or Micro-Ant-developed antennas, supporting prototype runs through high-volume production with machining, assembly, RF integration, environmental screening, and 100% production testing.

Testing Certification

Advanced antenna characterization using spherical and planar near-field chambers, supporting performance validation, certification reporting, radome testing, component measurement, and satellite operator or regulatory submission requirements.

Engineers testing a defense antenna system

Our Antenna Development Process

Define Mission Requirements

Micro-Ant begins by reviewing mission objectives, platform constraints, frequency bands, environmental exposure, certification needs, and production expectations. This helps define a practical RF architecture aligned with defense, aerospace, aviation, maritime, or land application requirements.

Engineer the Antenna Architecture

Prototype and Integrate Hardware

Test and Validate Performance

Scale to Qualified Production

The Micro-Ant Difference

Why Choose Micro-Ant?

Micro-Ant combines deep RF science with disciplined production and testing systems.

Experience

Over 20 years designing rugged antennas for defense, aviation, maritime, and land applications.

Certified Quality

AS9100:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 systems support aerospace-grade quality and traceability.

Vertical Integration

Design, machining, manufacturing, testing, and quality control are handled inside Micro-Ant facilities.

Advanced Testing

Spherical and planar near-field chambers validate antenna performance from 750 MHz to 40 GHz.

Meet The Micro-Ant Team

Meet the scientists and specialists behind Micro-Ant.

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

What types of defense and aerospace antenna solutions does Micro-Ant provide?

Micro-Ant designs and manufactures custom antennas for defense, aerospace, aviation, maritime, land, satellite communications, and government programs. Capabilities include SATCOM, COTM, aircraft antennas, GNSS, SDARS, DVB, phased arrays, patches, parabolic antennas, flat-panel antennas, beam switching systems, and electronically steered antenna solutions across multiple microwave frequency bands.

Which frequency bands can Micro-Ant design and test?

Can Micro-Ant support both prototypes and production programs?

What certifications and quality standards does Micro-Ant follow?

What antenna testing capabilities are available?

Can Micro-Ant help with satellite operator certification?

How long does antenna testing usually take?

How does Micro-Ant protect confidential program information?

Have Program-Specific Questions?

Connect with our team to discuss specifications, testing, and production.

Certified Innovation

Awards and Recognition

SatCom Technology of the Year Award logo

SatCom Technology Award

Recognized for the most innovative SatCom technology.

Innovation of the Year Award logo

Innovation of the Year

Honoring Ultra-Wide Band Ka antenna innovation.

AS9100:2016 certification logo

AS9100:2016 Certified

Aerospace quality management certification for production excellence.

Start Your Antenna Program

Share your program requirements, operating band, platform constraints, and testing needs. Micro-Ant will review your specifications and help define the next step.

Contact Us Today

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