Custom Antenna Design & Engineering
Mission-specific SATCOM antenna design across UHF, L, S, C, X, Ku, Ka, Q, and V bands, engineered from concept through production for defense, aerospace, and maritime terminals.
Micro-Ant engineers and integrates mission-ready SATCOM terminals built to perform across extended Ka, Ku, and X-band frequencies. From concept through certification, our US-based team delivers rugged, field-proven antenna systems trusted by defense, aerospace, and satellite operators nationwide.
End-to-end capabilities spanning custom design, precision manufacturing, and certified testing for SATCOM terminal systems.
Mission-specific SATCOM antenna design across UHF, L, S, C, X, Ku, Ka, Q, and V bands, engineered from concept through production for defense, aerospace, and maritime terminals.
Vertically integrated production of terminal hardware at our 65,000 sq ft Jacksonville facility, scaling from 5 to 200,000+ units annually under AS9100 quality standards.
Spherical and planar near-field testing from 750 MHz to 40 GHz, including satellite operator certification for Intelsat, Inmarsat, Eutelsat, Iridium, and other major networks.
We work with your engineering team to define frequency bands, gain requirements, and environmental specifications, ensuring compliance with FCC and satellite operator standards used across US defense and commercial programs.
Two decades of engineering excellence backing every SATCOM terminal we integrate.
Over two decades designing bespoke antennas for defense, aviation, maritime, and land applications across the US.
Aerospace-grade quality management ensures every terminal meets stringent US defense and satellite operator standards.
Vertically integrated Jacksonville, Florida facility covers design, machining, assembly, and testing under one roof.
Serving customers from Washington DC to Los Angeles, with US-based testing that cuts travel time and costs.
The scientists and specialists behind our SATCOM terminal solutions.
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.
A SATCOM terminal is the ground, mobile, or airborne equipment—including the antenna, transceiver, and control electronics—that transmits and receives signals to and from a satellite. Terminals range from fixed dish installations to compact flat-panel systems used on vehicles, vessels, and aircraft for voice, data, and video connectivity.
Talk to our SATCOM engineering team for a technical consultation tailored to your terminal integration project.
Aerospace quality management standard for manufacturing
International quality management systems certification
2022 Most Innovative award for Ka Antenna System
Share your project specifications and our engineering team will follow up with a technical consultation and tailored quote.
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.