Antenna and Microwave Engineer I - Onsite

Prattwhitney; North Tewksbury (MA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) match

Flexible schedules

Job summary

RTX is seeking an electrical engineer to apply RF/microwave theory to architecture, subsystems, components, and AESAs. The successful candidate will work with CCAs and electromagnetic analysis to support phased array development and testing.

The role requires a bachelor’s in Electrical/related STEM, coursework in microwave and RF systems, and ability to travel for integration and customer/partner activities. Strong MATLAB and antenna analysis background is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related STEM major.
• Experience or coursework that includes: Microwave Engineering, Microwave Systems, Electromagnetic Theory, Radar Systems, and MATLAB

Responsibilities

• Design of RF microwave components and phased array applications
• Integration and test of component level and system level phased array hardware. Some travel to integration sites, plus customer and subcontractor facilities, may be required.

Skills

Microwave/RF system analysis

Electromagnetic theory

Radar systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

HFSS

ADS

CST

Mentor Graphics Xpedition

MATLAB

Job description

Location

US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB1 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ ASSABET BLDG

Security Clearance

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: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.

About the Role

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

We have an opportunity for an electrical engineer who is seeking to utilize their strong academic background and experience in RF/Microwave system theory and design, including architectures, subsystems, components and Active Electronically Steered Antennas (AESAs). The successful candidate will employ their working knowledge of Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs) and analytical skills in electromagnetic and microwave theory.

What You Will Do

• Design of RF microwave components and phased array applications
• Integration and test of component level and system level phased array hardware. Some travel to integration sites, plus customer and subcontractor facilities, may be required.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) major.
• Experience or coursework that includes: Microwave Engineering, Microwave Systems, Electromagnetic Theory, Radar Systems, and MATLAB

Qualifications We Prefer

• Microwave/RF system, subsystem and component analysis, design and test
• Hands‑on experience with electromagnetic simulation tools such as HFSS, ADS, CST, Mentor Graphics’ Xpedition and analytical tools such as Matlab
• Experience in electrical interconnects and transmission line design
• Understanding of EMI analysis and mitigation techniques
• Understanding of allocating and flowing down requirements from the system to the component level

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.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this role is 57,200 USD - 108,800 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 candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

• 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
• Holidays

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 company’s performance.

Location and Working Arrangements

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.

Application Window

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.

Equal Opportunity 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 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.

Company Overview

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.