Senior RF Subsystem Engineer

Summary The Effector RF Design Team at Raytheon is hiring a Senior RF Engineer to serve as the Responsible Engineering Authority (REA) for the analysis, design, and evaluation of a critical RF subsystem in a missile product. The position is onsite in Tucson, AZ and requires U.S. citizenship and a DoD Secret clearance. Responsibilities Oversee the development and testing of a front‑end receiver and antenna. Serve as the REA, implementing and following all design, fabrication, and test processes for RF hardware. Create and ensure proper review of all documentation for the subsystem, including analyses, schematics, interface drawings, test plans, and specifications. Work in a lab to perform component characterization, subsystem calibration, verification, and integration. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (power, digital, mechanical, etc.) on related analyses or tests. Interface with project leadership to provide status updates on technical progress, cost, and schedule. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM). Minimum of five years of relevant experience in RF design, fabrication, testing, or simulation. Experience with tools such as Mentor DX Designer, HFSS, SystemVue/Genesys, or ADS. Strong understanding of RF concepts and principles. Preferred Qualifications Experience in mentorship or apprenticeship roles. Technical oversight responsibilities for less‑senior engineers. Experience working across domains on complex projects. Ability to prepare documentation with minimal oversight. Background in designing for manufacturability, producibility, and cost constraints, including yield and margin analysis. Technical background in cascade analysis, frequency planning, radar principles, filter design, circuit card assembly, scripting (Matlab or Python). Experience with high‑speed data converter test/characterization and high‑power RF design or test. Security Clearance U.S. citizenship is required. A DoD Secret clearance (or interim clearance that can be obtained) is required prior to the start date. Salary Range 86,800 USD – 165,200 USD (good faith estimate; varies with experience, education, and role). Benefits Eligible for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, Employee Assistance Program, parental leave, paid time off, holidays, and potential incentive compensation programs, depending on the business unit and collective‑bargaining agreement. EEO Statement 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, veteran status, or any other protected class. RTX provides affirmative action for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with applicable laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Prattwhitney