Electrical Engineer II – Hardware Engineering

Prattwhitney; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX's Hardware Electrical Engineering team in Tucson designs, tests, manufactures, and supports advanced electrical subsystems for defense applications. Candidates contribute to RF, microwave, analog and digital electronics, and power electronics, with emphasis on high-reliability CCAs and mission-critical interfaces.

The role involves hands-on lab work, cross-functional collaboration, and documentation from design to production, requiring a Master’s degree in a STEM field and DoD clearance

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field and degree by start date.
• Experience with RF, microwave, analog/digital electronics, or power electronics.
• Experience operating lab test equipment to test hardware and measure signals.

Responsibilities

• Design, model, and analyze electrical subsystems and CCAs across mission architectures.
• Support guidance electronics development including GPS/IMU interfaces.
• Perform system- and circuit-level electrical analysis and component evaluations.
• Execute hands-on integration, characterization, and troubleshooting of hardware in lab/production.
• Assist in failure investigations and root-cause analysis with cross-functional teams.
• Develop and maintain technical docs, test procedures, and data packages.

Skills

RF engineering

Microwave

Analog electronics

Digital electronics

VHDL

FPGA

PCB design

Lab measurement

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

ABET-accredited program

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Network analyzers

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-05 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-928 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ MULTI PURPOSE FAC 928 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: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date 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 today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

What You Will Do

Join the Raytheon team within our Hardware Electrical Engineering Organization responsible for the design, test, manufacture, and mission support of advanced electrical subsystems utilized in extreme battlefield environments. In this role, you will contribute to cutting-edge technologies spanning target detection and tracking, guidance, navigation, digital signal processing, and communications. Working collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams, you will apply rigorous engineering processes to solve complex hardware challenges, engineer high-reliability circuit card assemblies (CCAs), and advance solutions from design through lab integration.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, model, and analyze electrical subsystems, components, and circuit card assemblies (CCAs) across broad mission architectures.
• Support guidance section electronics development, including subsystem integration, test conduction, and GPS/IMU interface support.
• Perform system-level and circuit-level electrical analysis, simulation, and component evaluations.
• Execute hands-on integration, characterization, and troubleshooting of electronic hardware within laboratory and production environments.
• Support failure investigations, root-cause analysis, and technical problem-solving alongside cross-functional engineering teams and external suppliers.
• Develop and maintain clear, comprehensive technical documentation, test procedures, and design data packages.

Qualifications You Must Have

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline. Degree must be obtained by start date. Experience or coursework with one or more of the following: RF, Microwave, Analog, Digital Electronics, Mixed Signal, Circuit Design or Analysis, Power Electronics, VHDL, FPGA, Electrical Components, Digital Signal Processing, or PCB design. Experience operating laboratory test and measurement equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, waveform/function generators, spectrum analyzers, or network analyzers) to test hardware, interface with sensors, or measure electrical signals. Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

Qualifications We Prefer

Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher from an ABET-accredited institution. Hands-on laboratory experience with hardware/software integration, automated test scripting, test execution, and sensor control. Demonstrated knowledge of electrical circuit design, simulation, and troubleshooting using standard lab instrumentation and analysis tools. Technical working knowledge of electronic components (e.g., semiconductor, passive, or electromechanical commodities) and component application. Familiarity with component obsolescence management methodologies. Knowledge of electro-optical subsystems and optical sensor interfaces. Familiarity with Root-Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations and FRACAS processes.

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.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select 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 68,900 USD - 131,100 USD.

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.

Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms 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.