Micro-Ant provides mission-focused antenna system design and manufacturing services for defense programs requiring rugged RF performance, precise engineering, and reliable production. From bespoke UHF through Ka-band designs to AS9100-controlled manufacturing and near-field testing, our Jacksonville-based team supports complex government, aviation, maritime, and land applications with in-house expertise from concept through validated deployment.
End-to-end antenna engineering, manufacturing, and validation for demanding defense and mission-critical RF applications.
Mission-specific antenna engineering for defense, aerospace, satellite, maritime, and land platforms, covering UHF through Ka-band and advanced configurations such as phased arrays, patches, flat panels, and electronically steered systems.
US-based production for custom RF and microwave antennas, with precision machining, assembly, RF integration, environmental screening, ERP tracking, and 100% production testing under AS9100 and ISO quality systems.
Spherical and planar near-field testing for antenna characterization, certification support, compliance reporting, and performance validation across passive antennas, radomes, components, and SATCOM-related platforms from 750 MHz to 40 GHz.
Micro-Ant begins by reviewing mission requirements, operating frequency bands, platform constraints, environmental expectations, production volume, and certification objectives. This ensures the antenna concept is aligned with defense use cases before engineering resources are committed.
Micro-Ant combines scientific antenna expertise with controlled US-based production and advanced RF validation.
Over two decades designing bespoke antennas for defense, aviation, maritime, and land applications.
AS9100:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 systems support disciplined aerospace and defense production controls.
Design, machining, assembly, RF integration, testing, and quality control are handled under one roof.
Every production unit is tested to confirm electrical and mechanical performance before delivery.
Scientists, engineers, and specialists focused on mission-ready antenna systems.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Antenna systems are engineered assemblies that transmit, receive, shape, steer, or filter radio-frequency signals for a specific mission. In defense applications, they may include radiating elements, feeds, reflectors, radomes, RF components, beamforming structures, and mechanical housings. Micro-Ant designs systems across UHF, L, S, C, X, Ku, and Ka-bands for land, maritime, aerospace, SATCOM, and government platforms.
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Aerospace quality management for defense manufacturing.
Quality systems supporting consistent product performance.
Recognized for innovative Ka-band antenna technology.
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For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 904-683-8394.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 904-683-8394.