Custom Design
Mission-specific antenna engineering for SATCOM on-the-move platforms, including phased arrays, patches, flat panels, parabolic systems, beam switching, and electronically steered designs across UHF through Ka-band and beyond.
Micro-Ant develops SATCOM On-the-Move Antennas Terminal solutions engineered for reliable connectivity across land, maritime, aviation, and defense platforms. From bespoke antenna design to RF validation and production, our U.S.-based team supports mission-specific requirements across UHF through Ka-band with rugged hardware, precise testing, and quality systems built for demanding operational environments.
End-to-end SATCOM antenna terminal support from concept and engineering through testing, certification, and controlled manufacturing.
Mission-specific antenna engineering for SATCOM on-the-move platforms, including phased arrays, patches, flat panels, parabolic systems, beam switching, and electronically steered designs across UHF through Ka-band and beyond.
U.S.-based production for custom RF and microwave antenna hardware, supporting precision machining, assembly, RF integration, environmental screening, ERP tracking, and 100% production testing for repeatable performance.
Antenna characterization and certification support using spherical and planar near-field chambers, covering passive antennas, radomes, components, compliance reporting, and satellite operator submissions from 750 MHz to 40 GHz.
We begin by reviewing platform type, operating environment, target satellite networks, frequency bands, mechanical constraints, and certification goals. This helps define a practical technical roadmap before RF architecture, beam control, and production considerations are finalized.
Micro-Ant combines engineering depth, certified processes, and integrated production for demanding SATCOM programs.
AS9100:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 systems support disciplined aerospace-grade design, production, and documentation.
A team of scientists develops bespoke antenna solutions for complex RF and microwave challenges.
Machining, assembly, RF integration, testing, and quality control are handled in-house in Jacksonville.
Rugged designs support defense, aviation, maritime, land, telecom, and satellite communications applications worldwide.
Meet the specialists behind Micro-Ant’s 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.
SATCOM on the move refers to satellite communications systems that maintain a link while a vehicle, aircraft, vessel, or mobile platform is in motion. These systems use specialized antennas, tracking methods, and RF hardware to keep pointing toward the satellite despite vibration, turns, speed, and changing terrain or sea conditions.
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Recognized for innovative SATCOM technology leadership.
Honored for Ultra-Wide Band Ka innovation.
Aerospace quality management system certification.
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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.