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Austin to Host Antenna Measurement Symposium in November

The 48th annual industry meeting runs November 1-6 at the Hyatt Regency Austin.

Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Job Fairs

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Austin will host the 48th Annual Meeting and Symposium of the Antenna Measurement Techniques Association (AMTA) from November 1 to 6, 2026. Tech industry professionals will gather at the Hyatt Regency Austin to participate in research presentations, networking, and technical facility tours.

Why it matters

The symposium highlights the citys role in the tech corridor by showcasing advances in RF and microwave measurement systems. These events bring industry researchers and students together for professional development and local site visits, including a tour of the Silicon Labs wireless device testing lab.

This 48th annual symposium, hosted by ETS-Lindgren, includes a week of technical programming vs. the smaller regional gatherings often held by the association. The exact number of total participants remains unknown until the event begins on November 1.

The players

ETS-Lindgren

An industry leader in RF and microwave test solutions serving as the host and Gold Sponsor for the symposium.

Antenna Measurement Techniques Association

An organization dedicated to the development and dissemination of techniques for antenna and radar cross-section measurements.

Silicon Labs

An Austin-based semiconductor company hosting a wireless device testing laboratory tour for students.

The details

The event features a full schedule of technical sessions and networking opportunities, with host company ETS-Lindgren exhibiting at booth 403. Participants can engage in specialized programming, such as Student Day on November 3 and a Women in Engineering Reception on November 5. The symposium concludes on November 6 with technical tours of the ETS-Lindgren headquarters in Cedar Park, offering attendees a firsthand look at the company’s operations.

Timeline

  1. November 1-6, 2026: AMTA symposium held at the Hyatt Regency Austin.

  2. November 3, 2026: Student Day and Young Professionals Reception.

  3. November 6, 2026: Technical tour of the ETS-Lindgren headquarters.

The Texas Context

The 2026 symposium follows the established pattern of the Antenna Measurement Techniques Association in rotating its host location annually. This meeting builds upon the previous years of technical knowledge exchange within the wireless and microwave testing community.

Attendees and local tech professionals should prepare for increased activity near the Hyatt Regency Austin downtown during the first week of November. Residents commuting near Cedar Park may see increased traffic on November 6 as tour groups arrive at the company headquarters.

The takeaway

Industry professionals should register early to access technical paper sessions and secure a spot for the Cedar Park facility tours. Keep an eye on the association website for specific check-in instructions as the November 1 opening date approaches.

Further reading

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Source note: This article includes information reported by Everythingrf.

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