Validate antenna performance with precise spherical and planar near-field measurements from Micro-Ant. Our Jacksonville-based testing facility characterizes passive antennas, radomes, arrays, reflectors, and critical RF components from 750 MHz to 40 GHz. Receive reliable data, tailored reporting, and experienced support for development validation, production readiness, regulatory submissions, and satellite-operator certification programs.
Specialized spherical and planar testing, characterization, and documentation for demanding RF antenna programs.
Measure full antenna radiation characteristics using spherical near-field chamber testing. This approach supports detailed pattern, gain, polarization, and sidelobe characterization for complex antenna geometries and mission-critical performance requirements.
Characterize flat-panel, phased-array, patch, and beamforming antennas with planar near-field measurements. High-resolution scans help verify aperture performance, beam direction, polarization behavior, and array consistency before deployment or production.
Prepare antennas and radomes for FCC-regulated submissions and satellite-operator certification. Micro-Ant develops formatted reports and custom characterization documentation for programs involving Eutelsat, Intelsat, Inmarsat, SES O3B, Iridium, and more.
Micro-Ant delivers the measurement depth engineering teams need to verify performance before deployment. Our spherical and planar chambers support antenna and radome testing from 750 MHz through 40 GHz, covering L-Band through Ka-Band applications. From beam patterns and polarization to gain, sidelobes, and custom requirements, we provide organized data and reports that support design refinement, qualification, certification, and repeatable production decisions.
A specialized testing partner for technically demanding antenna programs.
Spherical and planar chambers measure antenna performance across the 750 MHz to 40 GHz range.
AS9100:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 systems guide controlled testing, traceability, and documentation.
Over 20 years of antenna engineering experience informs practical interpretation of complex measurement results.
Project codes, controlled storage, ERP tracking, and password-protected FTP access protect program information.
Experienced antenna specialists focused on responsive, rigorous test support.
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.
The near-field is the region close to an antenna where electromagnetic fields have not yet formed the stable radiation pattern seen at long distances. Field strength, phase, and polarization can vary significantly across this region. Near-field measurement captures those detailed conditions on a defined scan surface, then uses processing to calculate the antenna’s far-field performance, including gain, pattern, and sidelobes.
Discuss your antenna, certification goals, and measurement requirements with our team.
2022 Most Innovative category recognition
2022 Ka antenna system award
Aerospace quality management certification
Share your antenna type, frequency range, required measurements, and certification objectives. Our team will review your requirements and coordinate the next steps.
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.