RF / Microwave Electrical Engineer II - Onsite

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

Job summary

RTX (Raytheon) seeks a Master’s-level RF/Microwave engineer to design, test, and manufacture advanced devices and MMICs for defense programs. You will perform on-wafer probing, characterize using VNAs, and collaborate across engineering teams on integration and verification.

Strong background in RF design, antennas, and radar signal processing is required, with hands-on test experience and proficiency in Python, MATLAB, and RF software tools.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or related STEM field by start date.
• Experience with RF/microwave design, measurements, and bench testing.
• Familiarity with radar architectures, algorithms, and signal processing.

Responsibilities

• Design, simulate, and test RF/microwave components, MMICs, and modules.
• Perform on-wafer probe measurements and use VNAs/Spectrum Analyzers for characterization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on integration and hardware verification.
• Utilize Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW to control tests and analyze results.
• Support production test solutions and robustness improvements.

Skills

RF/Microwave Design & Measurement

Radar signal processing

Antenna engineering

Data analysis

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering/Physics

Tools

Keysight ADS

HFSS

CST Studio

MATLAB

LabVIEW

Python

Job description

Country: United States of America

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

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.

This Role is for multiple Locations:

• Andover, MA
• Tewksbury, MA

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.
• Experience in at least one of the following technical domains:
• 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 leade