RF Systems Engineer

Job Description As an RF Systems Engineer at Honeywell, you will play a vital role in designing, developing, and optimizing radio frequency systems that support aerospace applications. Your expertise will contribute to advancing avionics technology, ensuring the safety, reliability, and performance of aircraft systems through innovative RF solutions. You will report directly to our engineering leadership and work out of our Woburn, MA location on an on‑site work schedule. In this role, you will impact the development and enhancement of wireless and RF systems critical to aerospace technology, supporting Honeywell's mission to deliver cutting‑edge solutions that improve flight safety and operational efficiency. Relocation may be provided for eligible applicants. Responsibilities Requirements generation/review/management and the decomposition/allocation into appropriate sub‑system/component levels Design/allocate functional elements of a system; RF/antenna, digital, I/O, SW, Mechanical Generate system block diagrams, interconnection drawings (ICDs), and assembly outline drawings Conduct trade analysis, architectural studies, and characteristic modeling for performance Propose technical solutions and define potential impacts on cost, schedule and programmatic risk Calculate/generate models, RF chains, or simulations aiding in deriving/allocating requirements or predicted performance for compliance Recommend, plan, lead, review, and identify risks for R&D efforts Integrate and test modules or subsystems in various laboratory or field environments Generate technical material/estimates for submission and/or briefing to internal/external customers Occasional domestic travel to support government/industry sponsored activities; industry‑days, CONOP exercises, technical interchanges Present to senior leadership and customers regularly Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics Four (4) years of technical work experience with RF design exposure One (1) year of experience performing RF measurements such as VSWR, Noise Figure, Gain, Compression using test equipment (e.g. network analyzer, signal generator, oscilloscope, etc.) One (1) year of experience working with frequencies from microwave to millimeter wave (10 to 40 GHz) Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems, or Physics Fifteen (10)+ years of RF technical work, primarily in the Defense Industry Created printed circuit designs, schematic captures (e.g. Altium), or 3D printed devices Designed to and/or specified requirements for EW, radar, or communication systems RF/microwave principles and subsystem analysis methodologies Integration, validation & verification experience for system compliance determination Experience programming with MATLAB or other scripting language (e.g. Python), simulation tools (e.g. AWR, ADS, HFSS, or CST) Familiarity with requirements management tools (e.g. DOORS), and model‑based systems engineering methodology (e.g. CATIA) Strong verbal communication skills with ability to present data and explain results to key stakeholders Active DOD Secret Clearance Benefits Employer‑subsidized medical, dental, vision and life insurance Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts Employee assistance program and educational assistance Parental leave and 12 paid holidays Paid time off for vacation, personal and sick time Additional benefits available for all Honeywell Aerospace employees Explore your benefits: #J-18808-Ljbffr Honeywell Aerospace