RF/Microwave Electrical Engineer II - Onsite

RTX (Raytheon); Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Raytheon in Marlborough, MA is seeking an experienced RF/microwave engineer to design, test, and analyze high-frequency devices and modules for defense applications. You will work closely with multi-disciplinary teams through design, verification, and production to ensure mission-ready hardware.

The role requires a Master’s degree in a related STEM field, hands-on RF/microwave testing expertise, and proficiency with Keysight ADS, HFSS, CST, MATLAB, and Cadence tools.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or related STEM field.
• Experience in RF/microwave design and measurement.
• Knowledge of antennas, radar, and electromagnetic theory.
• Familiarity with lab instruments and test setups.
• U.S. security clearance eligibility required; DoD Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, fabricate, and test RF/microwave circuits and modules.
• Perform measurements with VNAs, spectrum analyzers, and related test equipment.
• Simulate and model using HFSS, CST, ADS, or MATLAB.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across design, test, and production.
• Support defense programs and integration activities across stages.

Skills

RF/microwave design

Antennas & EM

Radar signal processing

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering / related STEM

Tools

Keysight ADS

ANSYS HFSS

CST Studio Suite

MATLAB

Cadence Virtuoso

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-07

Country: United States of America

Location: US-MA-MARLBOROUGH-MA1 ~ 1001 Boston Post Rd ~ BLDG 1

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 our RF/Microwave Engineering team at Raytheon and contribute to mission-critical technologies that protect domestic and international allies. In this role, you will help design, develop, test, and manufacture cutting-edge compound semiconductor devices, microwave/millimeter-wave integrated circuits (MMICs), phased array hardware, and high-performance modules for advanced defense applications. You will support premier radar and sensing programs-such as Global Patriot Solutions and Early Warning Systems-collaborating closely with multi-disciplinary teams across all stages of integration and hardware verification.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform fixtured and on-wafer probe measurements, characterization, and assembly of RF, microwave, and millimeter-wave test setups.
• Design, simulate, and analyze RF/microwave components, MMICs, and phased array module hardware.
• Execute component-level and system-level integration and testing for digital, analog, and RF assemblies.
• Utilize automated test instrumentation and software (e.g., Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW) to control measurement systems, capture data, and evaluate test results.
• Characterize devices using advanced laboratory equipment, including Vector Network Analyzers (VNAs), Spectrum Analyzers (RSAs), and Performance Network Analyzers (PNAs).
• Conduct circuit simulations, obsolescence trade assessments, hardware troubleshooting, and failure investigations to resolve performance issues.
• Partner with systems, quality assurance, reliability, and manufacturing personnel to develop robust test solutions and optimize production workflows.

What You Will Learn:

RF/Microwave device, MMIC, and module characterization techniques, including using spectrum analyzers, Real-time Spectrum Analyzers (RSAs), Vector Network Analyzers (VNAs) and Performance Network Analyzer (PNAs) Test system set-up Software such as Python, Labview, Keysight ADS, HFSS, Cadence Virtuoso, MATLAB, CST, Mentor Graphics' Expedition, AutoCAD, TCAD, C++, Java, JMP Data analysis techniques

Qualifications You Must Have:

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or related Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline. Degree must be obtained by start date. Coursework in one or more of the following: RF Circuit Design, Microwave Circuits, Electromagnetics, Antenna Engineering, Microwave Measurements, RF Engineering, Radar Signal Processing, or Radar Design.

• RF/Microwave Design & Measurement: Designing, fabricating, or bench-testing RF/microwave circuits or components (e.g., amplifiers, filters, mixers, couplers), including S-parameter or microwave measurements using network/spectrum analyzers.
• Antennas & Applied Electromagnetics: Modeling, simulating, or testing antennas or electromagnetic structures using computational tools (e.g., HFSS, CST Studio, ADS, FEKO) or anechoic chamber measurements.
• Radar Architecture & Signal Processing: Modeling or implementing radar signal processing algorithms (e.g., pulse compression, Doppler processing, beamforming, CFAR, waveform design) using simulation tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, Python) or embedded hardware.

Experience building, testing, or characterizing electronic hardware, RF circuits, or antenna systems using standard test benches or measurement facilities.

* Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Hands-on laboratory experience specific to RF/microwave device or circuit characterization using VNAs, spectrum analyzers, and automated test environments.
• Proficiency with RF/electromagnetic design and analysis software such as Keysight ADS, ANSYS HFSS, CST Studio Suite, Microwave Office, Cadence Virtuoso, or MATLAB.
• Experience scripting and automating laboratory test equipment using Python, C++, or LabVIEW.
• Demonstrated leadership experience through student organizations, research projects, o