Contract Manufacturing & Production
Scalable production runs from 5 to 200,000+ units per year, backed by full ERP tracking, precision machining, and 100% tested output under AS9100 quality standards.
From prototype to full-scale production, Micro-Ant delivers custom RF and GNSS antennas at volumes from 5 to 200,000+ units per year. Every unit is 100% tested in our AS9100 and ISO 9001 certified Jacksonville facility, ensuring consistent performance for U.S. defense, aerospace, and satellite programs.
Full-spectrum antenna production capabilities, from custom engineering through large-scale contract manufacturing and certified testing.
Scalable production runs from 5 to 200,000+ units per year, backed by full ERP tracking, precision machining, and 100% tested output under AS9100 quality standards.
Custom antennas across UHF through Ka-band for land, maritime, and aerospace applications, engineered in-house from concept through production for demanding environments.
Mission-specific RF antenna engineering across UHF, L, S, C, X, Ku, Ka, Q, and V bands, tailored for defense, satellite, and wireless applications.
Spherical and planar near-field chambers covering 750 MHz to 40 GHz, supporting FCC and satellite operator certifications including Intelsat, Inmarsat, and Iridium.
Comprehensive characterization and compliance testing for passive antennas, radomes, and antenna components, with detailed reporting to industry documentation standards.
A dedicated 20,000 sq ft machine shop supporting precision fabrication, assembly, and RF integration for high-tolerance antenna hardware at scale.
Micro-Ant combines vertically integrated manufacturing with rigorous quality control to move customer designs from prototype to volume production without compromising performance. Our Jacksonville, Florida facility supports U.S. defense and aerospace supply chains with domestic sourcing, CAGE-coded traceability, and 100% unit testing, giving program managers confidence at every production milestone.
Two decades of engineering expertise backed by certified, scalable U.S. manufacturing.
AS9100:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 certified facility ensures consistent aerospace-grade quality on every production run.
65,000 sq ft Jacksonville complex supports orders from 5 units to over 200,000 units per year.
State-of-the-art near-field chambers deliver quick-turnaround certification without relying on outside labs.
Domestic manufacturing with CAGE code 6XJFO supports U.S. defense and government supply chain requirements.
Experienced scientists and engineers leading antenna innovation.
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.
Micro-Ant's Jacksonville facility supports production runs from as few as 5 units to more than 200,000 units per year. Our vertically integrated shop, ERP-managed planning, and cross-trained workforce allow us to scale a customer's design smoothly from prototype into large-volume production without sacrificing quality control.
Talk to our engineering team about your antenna manufacturing project requirements.
Aerospace quality management standard for manufacturing
International quality management systems certification
2022 award recognizing most innovative satellite 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.