Custom Antenna Design & Engineering
Mission-specific spiral antenna design across UHF, L, S, C, X, Ku, Ka, Q, and V bands, engineered in-house from concept through production for defense and aerospace applications.
Micro-Ant engineers wideband spiral antennas engineered for direction-finding, EW, and SIGINT missions across the frequency spectrum. Backed by AS9100 and ISO 9001 certified processes, our US-based team delivers rugged, mission-ready spiral antenna solutions from prototype through full-scale production.
From concept to certified production, we deliver full-cycle spiral antenna engineering for demanding RF applications.
Mission-specific spiral antenna design across UHF, L, S, C, X, Ku, Ka, Q, and V bands, engineered in-house from concept through production for defense and aerospace applications.
Full in-house design, machining, assembly, and quality control of spiral antennas for SIGINT, EW, and direction-finding systems built to perform in harsh environments.
Spherical and planar near-field testing from 750 MHz to 40 GHz validates spiral antenna gain, axial ratio, and polarization performance against mission requirements.
Scalable production of spiral antenna hardware from 5 to 200,000+ units per year, backed by AS9100 quality management and a dedicated 20,000 sq ft machine shop.
Formatted compliance reports and satellite operator certification support ensure spiral antenna designs meet regulatory and program-specific documentation standards.
Seamless scaling of spiral antenna designs from initial prototype through volume manufacturing, supported by ERP-managed supply chain and quality tracking.
Our engineers work with your team to define frequency coverage, polarization, axial ratio, and environmental requirements, ensuring the spiral antenna design meets mission-specific performance targets from the outset.
Decades of proven engineering expertise back every spiral antenna we design.
Over 20 years designing bespoke spiral antennas for defense, aerospace, and satellite applications worldwide.
Design, machining, assembly, and testing all completed under one roof at our 65,000 sq ft Jacksonville facility.
AS9100:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 certified processes ensure consistent, mission-ready performance on every unit shipped.
State-of-the-art near-field chambers reduce travel time and costs for US customers needing quick-turnaround validation.
The engineers and specialists behind our spiral antenna designs.
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 designs spiral antennas across UHF, L, S, C, X, Ku, Ka, Q, and V bands, tailoring the geometry and feed structure to meet specific bandwidth, gain, and polarization requirements for direction-finding, SIGINT, and EW applications.
Talk to our antenna engineering team for a free consultation on your spiral antenna project.
Aerospace quality management standard for design and manufacturing
International standard for consistent quality management systems
2022 award for Ultra-Wide Band Ka Antenna System 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.