RF/Microwave Engineer I — Radar & MMIC Systems

At RTX, 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. An exciting opportunity exists for a college graduate to join our RF/Microwave Engineering Team. These departments develop, design, test and manufacture compound semiconductor devices, microwave/millimeter‑wave integrated circuits, and modules for defense applications. We research, develop, design, and integrate electrical (Analog, Power, RF/Microwave, and Digital) components, embedded and digital signal processing software, equipment, systems, sub‑systems, and networks for the defense of domestic and foreign purposes. As a member of our team you’ll work on a variety of systems and equipment from receivers, exciters and processing electronics and communications systems that support multiple radar programs. Some of the programs our department supports include Global Patriot and Early Warning Systems. What You Will Do Perform fixtured and on‑wafer probe measurements. Assemble RF/microwave/millimeter‑wave test systems. Use software to control test equipment and plot test results. Support the MMIC and module design teams. Integrate and test digital, analog, and RF components and modules. Conduct circuit analysis, circuit simulation, design documentation maintenance, trade assessments for obsolescence resolution, troubleshooting and resolution of hardware performance issues, and hardware integration, test and verification. Work as part of a team to analyze hardware/firmware test requirements/specifications to determine hardware and firmware requirements. Develop solutions to test issues and develop productivity and efficiency enhancements. Interact with test technicians, factory facilitators, operations managers, other engineers, quality assurance and reliability personnel. Design RF microwave components and phased array applications. Integrate and test component level and system level phased array hardware. What You Will Learn RF/Microwave device, MMIC, and module characterization techniques, including using spectrum analyzers, real‑time spectrum analyzers, vector network analyzers and performance network analyzers. Test system set‑up. Software such as Python, LabVIEW, Keysight ADS, HFSS, Cadence Virtuoso, MATLAB, CST, Mentor Graphics Expedition, AutoCAD, TCAD, C++, Java, and JMP. Data analysis techniques. Qualifications You Must Have Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related STEM major. Experience or coursework in RF/microwave, analog, digital electronics, circuit design or analysis, electrical components, or electromagnetics. Qualifications We Prefer Lab experience specific to RF/microwave device and circuit measurements. Knowledge of electrical circuit design, analysis and troubleshooting using common lab equipment. Experience with any of the following software: Python, LabVIEW, Keysight ADS, HFSS, Cadence Virtuoso, MATLAB, CST, Mentor Graphics Expedition, AutoCAD, TCAD, C++, Java, or JMP. Good written and oral communication skills. 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. Relocation eligibility. This position requires a security clearance. Candidates must be U.S. citizens and hold or be able to obtain an active DoD Secret clearance prior to the start date. Salary range: 57,200 USD – 108,800 USD. The offered salary is based on role, function, and responsibilities. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, an employee assistance program, the Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits depend on the business unit and whether the position is covered by a collective‑bargaining agreement. Approved applicants may also be eligible for annual short‑term and/or long‑term incentive compensation programs. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Transmission & Distribution World