Principal Antenna Test Engineer

Date Posted:

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CA-EL SEGUNDO-R01 2000 E Imperial Hwy BLDG R01

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen U.S. Person or Immigration Status Requirements:

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type:

Secret - Current

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

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 the needs of todays mission and stay ahead of tomorrows threat. Our team solves tough meaningful problems that create a safer more secure world.

What You Will Do :

We are seeking an experienced Principal Antenna Test Engineer specializing in RF/Microwave and Antenna / Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) Integration and candidate must be comfortable working with commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) and custom test equipment to test hardware. Responsibilities will require leading a team of test engineers to validate Antenna (AESA) hardware. Tasks will include specification development trade studies hardware integration and test and validation. This opportunity is for a versatile Antenna test engineer possessing a blend of theoretical analysis practical application and hands-on integration abilities. The ability to troubleshoot mechanical electrical and RF related issues down to the antenna subsystem component level is desired. The ability to independently solve problems as well as work with the system/subsystem team is required. The candidate should be willing to work with leadership to identify antenna range upgrades and repairs. Additional responsibilities will include providing technical schedule and cost inputs to management.

Domestic travel is required.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a Bachelors Degree in Science Technology Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
• 8 years minimum experience in Antenna/AESA Test and Antenna Subsystem Engineering
• Experience troubleshooting RF/Microwave Antenna/AESA hardware software and build/process issues down to the component levels
• Experience with system issues associated with RF design such as Noise Figure Linearity S-Parameters Antenna Gain Antenna Directivity Output Power Side Lobe Levels Rogue Oscillations etc.
• Experience with common RF test equipment such as Network Analyzer Spectrum Analyzers Signal & Pulse Generators and Oscilloscopes
• Active and transferable US Government issued security clearance prior to the start date. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Able to present technical results to Program Leadership and work with Cross-Functional teams
• Experience in Root-Cause Corrective Action Investigations
• Experience working in a DoD environment
• Experience using MATLAB
• Experience with Test Development in a Far Field or Nearfield Range
• Experienced at leading Antenna/AESA hardware integration and validation efforts necessary for sell-off of advanced Airborne RADAR systems
• Knowledge in antenna calibration techniques
• Working understanding of architecture design and integration processes for Airborne Radar
• Antenna integration experience in both Near and Far Field Ranges
• Leadership experience including coaching reviewing and delegating work to lower-level professionals

What We Offer:

Our values drive our actions behaviors and performance with a vision for a safer more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust Respect Accountability Collaboration and Innovation.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process candidates may be asked to attendselect steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 118300 USD - 224900 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 candidates 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 companys performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

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.

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