Principal RF Engineer

RTX (Raytheon); McKinney (TX); Presencial; USD 120 000 - 180 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Raytheon in McKinney, TX is seeking a Principal RF Engineer to lead RF subassembly design and integration for a tactical missile program. You will design RF/Digital technology that meets stringent mechanical constraints and environmental requirements, collaborating with power, digital, and mechanical teams to deliver mission-critical solutions.

This on-site role requires a DoD Secret clearance and hands-on experience with RF receivers, downconverters, and high-frequency systems, with travel as

Qualificações

• Bachelor of Science in a STEM field is required.
• 8+ years of RF experience including receivers, downconverters, and frequency synthesizers.
• Experience in RF, analog, digital and power electronics design, integration and test.
• Proficiency with RF measurement tools and instruments.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.

Responsabilidades

• Provide technical guidance to ensure RF efforts meet program goals and requirements.
• Design receivers, converters, and signal processors.
• Design RF/CCA with RF or mixed signals.
• Create and review CCA documentation (analyses, schematics, interfaces, test plans).
• Perform schematic capture and RF routing reviews.
• Partner with power, digital, mechanical teams; work in a lab for characterization and verification.
• Conduct RF CCA/module checkout per test plan and requirements matrix.
• Ensure compliance with technical performance standards; travel periodically.

Conhecimentos

RF design

A/D converters

RF systems

Digital design

Power electronics

Formação académica

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering

Ferramentas

Xpedition

SystemVue/Genesys

ADS

HFSS

Spectrum Analyzer

Network Analyzer

Signal Generator

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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 threats. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WC ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING C BLDG

Job Summary

As the Principal RF Engineer , you will provide technical expertise in the analysis, design, fabrication, test, and integration of complex RF subassemblies or RF Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs) that support radar and datalink applications for a tactical missile program. A critical aspect of this role involves designing RF/Digital technology to meet challenging mechanical constraints and extreme environments. You will collaborate with various engineering disciplines, program leadership, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality, mission-critical solutions that align with program goals and timelines.

This is an onsite role based in McKinney, TX.

What You Will Do

• Provide technical expertise and guidance to ensure all RF efforts meet program goals and requirements.
• Design and develop receivers, converters, and signal processors.
• Design circuit card assemblies (CCAs) with RF or mixed signals.
• Create and ensure proper review of all documentation for the CCA, including analyses, schematics, interface drawings, test plans, and specifications.
• Perform schematic capture and review RF routing.
• Partner with interdisciplinary teams - power, digital, mechanical, etc.
• Work in a lab environment to accomplish component characterization, as well as CCA verification and integration.
• Conduct comprehensive RF CCA/module checkout in accordance with the developed test plan and validate against the requirements matrix.
• Ensure compliance with technical performance standards and program requirements.
• Periodic travel may be required.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics).
• A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience to include any combination of the following areas Experience in advanced RF technologies such as receivers, Analog-to-Digital Converters, downconverters, and frequency synthesizers.
• Experience in RF, analog, digital, and power electronics design methodologies, as well as integration & test, simulation and analysis of RF products.
• Experience with any combination of the following tools: Signal generator, spectrum analyzer, network analyzer, Xpedition Schematic/Layout Tool or equivalent, SystemVue/Genesys or equivalent, Advanced Design System (ADS) or equivalent, High Frequency Structure Simulator (HFSS) or equivalent.
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.
• Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain special program access after start.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
• Highly self-motivated individual with ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities while effectively collaborating across multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve complex technical challenges.
• Experience in architecting and defining requirements for complex RF products.
• Advanced understanding of RF and microwave system integration, system-level trades, and performance optimization.
• Ability to prepare technical review documentation with minimal oversight.
• Strong knowledge of RF/Digital electronics and hands-on experience across all phases of the product development lifecycle.
• Expertise in the design and testing of the following areas: Cascade analysis and/or frequency planning.
• Circuit card assembly design and fabrication.
• High-speed data converter test/characterization.
• Designing or testing RF hybrid (chip & wire) technologies.
• Experience in writing proposals and developing Basis of Estimates (BOEs).
• Background in designing for manufacturability, producibility, and cost constraints, including yield and margin analysis.

What We Offer

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