The People and Science Behind the Signal
Discover how Maxtena transforms advanced electromagnetics into resilient connectivity.
Built for High-Stakes Operations
On land. At sea. In the air. Beyond the horizon.
Maxtena engineers mission-critical RF systems, advanced antennas, beamforming solutions, and cybersecurity-enabled wireless technologies for operations on land, at sea, in the air, and beyond the horizon. Powered by proprietary Dynamic Aperture Technology™ and CyberRF innovations, our lightweight, high-performance systems enable resilient communications, assured positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT), and advanced anti-jamming capabilities for SATCOM, GNSS, UAV, defense, maritime, industrial IoT, and commercial wireless applications.
We engineer the invisible layer behind modern connectivity.
Born from electromagnetics. Built for the mission.
Advanced RF, Antenna, Beamforming, Anti-Jamming, and Wireless Systems
For Land, Sea, Air, and Beyond.
By the Numbers
The Tech
Maxtena engineers the invisible layer behind modern connectivity. Through advanced RF systems, anti-jamming technologies, precision antennas, smart beamforming, and software-defined network control, we support resilient communications and reliable wireless performance across land, sea, air, and space.
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Next-Generation Communications Systems
Intelligent communications that adapt to changing conditions, optimize network performance, and support resilient connectivity across land, sea, air, and distributed operations.
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Advanced Anti-Jamming GNSS Systems
CRPA-based systems engineered to protect GNSS reception and maintain positioning, navigation, anMaxtena engineers mission-critical connectivity for land, sea, air, critical infrastructure, and remote operations.d timing performance in environments affected by jamming, spoofing, interference, and signal degradation.
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Precision Antennas & Smart Beamforming Technologies
High-performance antennas and adaptive beamforming solutions for GNSS, SATCOM, LTE, Wi-Fi, IoT, operational technology, UAV, defense, and commercial wireless applications.
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Cloud Infrastructure Software
Software-defined RF and network orchestration tools that enable monitoring, cybersecurity, and dynamic control across wireless networks.
Every Platform. Every Domain.
Maxtena engineers mission-critical connectivity across land, sea, air, critical infrastructure, and remote operations. Our advanced antenna, GNSS, SATCOM, RF, and beamforming solutions are built for demanding defense, government, and industrial environments.
Ground
Rugged antenna solutions for tactical vehicles, autonomous ground systems, fleet platforms, and field equipment.
Maxtena supports ground-based operations with high-performance antenna solutions built for mobility, precision positioning, and reliable communications in demanding environments. From tactical vehicles and UGVs to fleet systems and remote field assets, our technologies help keep platforms connected, tracked, and mission-ready.
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Ground
Rugged antenna solutions for tactical vehicles, autonomous ground systems, fleet platforms, and field equipment.
Maxtena supports ground-based operations with high-performance antenna solutions built for mobility, precision positioning, and reliable communications in demanding environments. From tactical vehicles and UGVs to fleet systems and remote field assets, our technologies help keep platforms connected, tracked, and mission-ready.
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Maritime
Reliable connectivity and positioning solutions for vessels, ports, offshore platforms, and autonomous maritime systems.
Maxtena antenna solutions enable resilient maritime communications, navigation, and asset visibility across open water, ports, and offshore environments. Designed for harsh conditions, our solutions support connected vessels, remote monitoring, cargo tracking, and satellite-enabled operations at sea.
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Airborne and UAV
Compact, lightweight antenna solutions for UAVs, airborne platforms, and unmanned mission systems.
For airborne and unmanned platforms, Maxtena provides compact antenna technologies designed for lightweight integration, positioning, and dependable communications. Our solutions support UAV navigation, telemetry, payload connectivity, and mission-critical airborne operations.
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Rail & Transit
Connected antenna solutions for rail and transit systems, transportation infrastructure, and mobile communications.
Maxtena supports modern transportation networks with antenna solutions designed for rail, transit, and connected mobility platforms. From passenger systems and locomotives to smart infrastructure and real-time communication networks, our technologies help enable safer, more connected transportation.
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Industrial IoT
High-performance antennas for connected equipment, robotics, sensors, energy systems, and industrial automation.
Maxtena enables industrial IoT connectivity with antenna solutions built for rugged equipment, remote assets, smart production systems, and harsh operating environments. Our technologies support real-time data exchange, asset tracking, automation, and reliable wireless performance across industrial operations.
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Satellite IoT & SATCOM
Satellite-enabled antenna solutions for remote assets, global tracking, telematics, and off-grid connectivity.
For operations beyond terrestrial networks, Maxtena provides satellite IoT and SATCOM antenna solutions that support reliable connectivity in remote, mobile, and off-grid environments. Our technologies enable global asset tracking, telematics, remote monitoring, and mission-critical communications.
Learn MoreLeadership Team
Stani Licul 
Chief Executive Officer
Stani co-founded Maxtena in 2007 with the vision to create both an entrepreneurial and academic environment focused on developing wireless technologies and products especially related to applying complex electromagnetics that will advance wireless communications. As Maxtena’s CEO, he is responsible for the company’s vision, strategy, and management.
Prior to co-founding Maxtena, Stani served as Chief Scientist of Zylaya Corporation and was a research engineer with Motorola EME Corporate Labs focusing on antennas and electromagnetics. In 2004, Stani obtained his Ph.D. from Virginia Tech in electromagnetics and antennas. Stani’s fascination with electromagnetics is still his passion and driving force. He holds four patents, has published papers on antenna technology, and co-authored chapters on ultra-wideband antennas and antenna-array synthesis.
Stani was raised in an entrepreneurial family. He learned about the challenges of building a fast-paced technology company from his father, who co-founded and led a robotics company. He attended Virginia Tech on academic and athletic scholarships and played men's soccer. The scholarships helped him to continue his education in the United States. At Virginia Tech, Stani became one of the all-time leading goal scorers in the history of men’s soccer at Virginia Tech as well as a team captain. In his free time, Stani enjoys reading and sports.
Nathan Cummings, Ph.D.
Chief Operating Officer
Nathan holds Ph.D. and MS degrees in Electrical Engineering, both from Virginia Tech. He joined with Stani in 2007 as Maxtena’s VP of Engineering and in 2013 became Chief Operating Officer with a key interest in Maxtena’s manufacturing and production. As part of the founding core of Maxtena, his path here traversed both large and small companies as well as academic research. His previous work in the defense industry for ARINC (now Rockwell-Collins) and Sciperio focused heavily on novel antenna design and challenging interference problems on radio-dense platforms.
Along with his enthusiasm for technology and innovation, Nathan has a passion for music and has spent most of his life not more than an arm’s reach away from a guitar of some variety. He says his interest in the science and math of music has been a driving factor behind his attraction to technology. Nathan also serves on the Virginia Tech Electrical & Computer Engineering Advisory Board.
Toni Visnjic
Managing Director Maxtena d.o.o.
As Chief Financial Officer, Toni oversees the key financial functions of the company, including cash management/treasury, financial reporting to the board of directors, bank lending sources, company operations and human resources.
Toni has more than 10 years of experience in finance roles for both public and private companies in various diverse industries. His expertise includes specialization in company restructuring, business processes, investment banking, as well as treasury and financial management, financial statement preparation and reporting.
Toni earned a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration – Finance from Virginia Tech. Toni enjoys traveling, sports, and spending time with his family and friends.
Vanja Maric
Chief Commercial Officer
Vanja Maric is Chief Commercial Officer at Maxtena, Inc. He joined the company in 2008 and since has been leading Maxtena’s sales and marketing efforts. Mr. Maric is responsible for overall sales, business development, and product marketing. At Maxtena, he has developed worldwide distribution channels and works on the strategic product management. Mr. Maric works very closely with key domestic and international customers and has extensive experience and market knowledge of the MSS, GNSS and M2M wireless industries.
Prior to joining Maxtena, Mr. Maric held several Sales & Marketing positions with some of the leading IT companies in the Washington, DC metro area. Some of his responsibilities included strategic global market penetration, selling multi-product solutions and marketing communications.
Mr. Maric was born and raised in Bosnia and Hercegovina. He has lived in Bosnia, Germany, Switzerland, and since 1999 he calls Northern Virginia his home. Mr. Maric holds degrees in International Business and German from Virginia Tech University. He is fluent in English, German and Serbo-Croatian. Mr. Maric is an eagle scout and a major soccer enthusiast. He likes spending his free time outdoors or traveling to watch his favorite soccer team play. He is a member of various children’s charity organizations, enjoys volunteering and giving back to the community.
What drives us
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Commitment to Innovation
Fueled by innovation and the desire to create unrivaled solutions.
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Commitment to Customers
Our main focus is maintaining existing business relationships and protecting critical intellectual property through patents and trade secrets.
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Commitment to Team
Maxtena’s pride is a diverse workforce of superstars with exciting opportunities and exceptional company benefit.
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Commitment to Quality
Maxtena takes great ownership in product design, development and implementation.