Principal RF Sensor and Calibration Specialist

At 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 today's mission needs and stay ahead of tomorrow's threats. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. Location: Tucson, AZ. What You Will Do Drive and execute the development and design of specialized RF sensor hardware, technical data packages, and detailed performance requirements. Work with interdisciplinary engineering teams (thermal, structural, mechanical, systems, etc.) to ensure design compliance. Analyze internal and external simulation and test data to verify performance against requirements. Create and ensure proper review of all documentation for the RF sensor systems, including analyses, schematics, interface drawings, test plans, and specifications. Work with RF sensor manufacturing suppliers as a subject matter expert and responsible engineer. Evaluate RF sensor designs across the company as a non‑advocate reviewer to ensure performance compliance risks are mitigated. Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience to include any combination of the following: Experience with antenna design, including concept trades/studies, preliminary and final design, and/or qualification processes. Experience in simulation and modeling using tools such as HFSS, CST, FEKO, SENTRi, PMM, and/or GRASP. Experience with a broad range of RF sensor measurements and in evaluating post‑processed data. Qualifications We Prefer Master of Science (MS) in Electrical Engineering. Experience designing and testing antenna systems for seeker, datalink, flight termination, GPS, and telemetry applications. Proficiency in analyzing sensor gain data collections and processing. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with a proven ability to present technical data to stakeholders and customers. Experience presenting to boards such as Failure Review Board (FRB), Engineering Review Board (ERB), Change Control Board (CCB), and Manufacturing Review Board (MRB). Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, and/or other scientific programming languages. Familiarity with high-performance computing (HPC) environments and schedulers such as SLURM. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and execute technical plans effectively. What We Offer Our 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 and requires a U.S. citizenship and a security clearance. Applicants must hold an INTERIM DoD Secret clearance and be eligible for full clearance before the start date. Salary range: $107,500 – $204,500 USD. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, holidays, and additional incentive compensation programs. Eligibility depends on the specific business unit and collective‑bargaining agreements. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr