RF Design Engineer II in Tewksbury

Energy Jobline ZR; Tewksbury (MA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Benefits package

Job summary

RTX in Massachusetts is seeking an electrical engineer with strong RF design and microwave testing experience to design components and phased array systems. The role emphasizes hands-on testing, CCA considerations, and development of MMICs and modules for RF applications.

The candidate will work onsite at MA locations (Andover, Tewksbury, or Marlborough) and may travel to integration sites. A DoD Secret clearance is required or the ability to obtain interim clearance.

Qualifications

• Degree in STEM with 2+ years of relevant RF/Microwave experience or a related advanced degree.
• Experience with microwave/RF system design, analysis, and testing.
• Experience with electromagnetic simulation tools (HFSS/ADS/CST) and Cadence Virtuoso.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to communicate findings clearly.

Responsibilities

• Design RF microwave components and phased array applications.
• Develop insights to extend knowledge in RF/Microwave theory for new concepts.
• Design and test MMIC or module products and test fixtures at RF frequencies.
• Integrate and test component- and system-level phased array hardware.
• Travel to integration sites and to customer or subcontractor facilities as needed.

Skills

RF design

Phased array

Microwave theory

RF testing

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Master's in Electrical Engineering

PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

HFSS

ADS

CST

Mentor Graphics Xpedition

Cadence Virtuoso

MATLAB

Genesy s

Job description

Job Description

Date Posted:

2026-10-14

Country:

United States of America

Location:

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

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. , 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. 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 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.

Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

We have an opportunity for an electrical engineer who is seeking to utilize their strong academic background and experience in RF Design theory and design and testing, 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.

Responsibilities include design and hands‑on testing of microwave components, cards and systems plus providing technical support to production activities. Team leadership skills including cost and schedule management plus proposal writing and presentation experience are desired.

This is an onsite position at one of the following Massachusetts locations - Andover, Tewksbury, or Marlborough. Location assignments will be made based on business or program need.

What You Will Do

• Design of RF microwave components and phased array applications
• Develop insights that extend your knowledge in the RF/Microwave field and form the basis of new concepts, theories, and products.
• Design and/or test MMIC or module products and test fixtures at RF/microwave frequencies
• 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:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field.
• Experience in Microwave/RF system, subsystem and/or component analysis, design and/or test.
• Experience with an electromagnetic simulation tool such as HFSS, ADS, CST, Genesys and Mentor Graphics’ Xpedition Cadence Virtuso, and an analytical tool such as Matlab.
• Experience performing basic RF calculations and Cascaded Analysis.

Qualifications We Value:

• Background designing and testing analog CCAs, including frequency conversion, automatic gain control, amplifier design and analog filter design.
• Experience in electrical interconnects and transmission line design.
• Understanding of RF layout techniques from HF to X-Band.
• Understanding of EMI analysis and mitigation techniques.
• Propensity for learning through self‑study and being comfortable in a multi‑tasking environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Understanding of allocating and flowing down requirements from the system to the component level.
• Experience designing RF/Microwave MMIC circuits, modules or test fixtures.
• Experience with GaAs and/or GaN MMIC devices.
• Experience with integrated circuit layout and physical verification using Cadence Virtuoso software tools.
• Familiarity with semiconductor processing and concepts, e.g. technologies like GaAs, GaN, SOI.
• Strong academic background that includes courses in: Microwave Engineering, Microwave Systems, Electromagnetic Theory and Radar Systems.
• Strong hands‑on experience with microwave testing techniques, including using spectrum analyzers, Real‑time Spectrum Analyzers (RSAs), Vector Network Analyzers (VNAs) and Performance Network Analyzer (PNAs).
• Experience in technical writing, proposal writing, and oral presentations.
• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering OR PhD degree in Electrical Engineering is a plus

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• Relocation Eligible - relocation assistance is available for this position

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

• Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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. 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.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term , long‑term , 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.

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.

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.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , , or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.