Senior RF Subsystem Engineer

Senior EngineerAt Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.The Effector RF Team at Raytheon is seeking a talented Senior Engineer to join our team in Tucson, AZ.The candidate will be responsible for contributing to the analysis, design, and implementation of RF subsystems and sensors within missile products. The selected candidate will be expected to contribute RF subsystem/sensor support as part of an interdisciplinary team.This position is an onsite role, located in Tucson, AZ.What You Will DoDesign, test, and integrate RF sensors and subsystems across frequencies from MHz through millimeter-wave.Support the decomposition of system-level requirements into detailed RF component requirements.Measure RF components/sensors/subsystems, including performance in chamber and range environments.Perform modeling and analysis of link budgets, RF cascades, electromagnetic emissions (EME), antenna patterns, phase noise, receiver sensitivity, transmitter power, spurious signals, modulation, isolation, and ADC characteristics.Qualifications You Must HaveBachelor of Science degree in Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM)A minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience to include any combination of the following:Design, integration, and/or test of RF subsystemsDesign, integration, and/or test of RF sensorsExperience interacting across engineering disciplines (e.g. Systems, Mechanical, SW, Algorithms, etc.) to define RF subsystem requirements and evaluate performanceAbility to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain special program access after start.Qualifications We PreferKnowledge of RF component technologies, including circuit card assemblies (CCAs), waveguides, planar/printed antennas, RF modules, and/or monolithic microwave integrated circuits (MMICs).Experience performing Link Budget analyses.Understanding of antenna patterns and RF measurements with antennas and electronics.Experience in concepts such as phase noise, mixer conversion spurs, automatic gain control (AGC), sensitivity, intermodulation distortion (IMD), bit error rate, instantaneous bandwidth, adjacent channel interference, and ADC measurements/calculations (Nyquist and SFDR).Familiarity with equipment such as Spectrum Analyzers, Network Analyzers, Signal Generators, and Arbitrary Waveform Generators (ARB Generators).Understanding of electromagnetic interference (EMI) and electromagnetic vulnerability (EMV) along with mitigation strategies in RF systems.Excellent written communication and oral presentation skills.What We OfferOur values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance.RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.