RF Systems Engineer I (Onsite)

RTX (Raytheon); McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 57,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Eligibility

Job summary

RTX is seeking Radar Systems Engineers in McKinney, TX, to define system architecture, develop requirements, and support full lifecycle activities from modeling to flight tests. The role demands RF knowledge and hands-on lab work.

You will collaborate with experienced engineers, perform trade studies, and present findings to stakeholders, with relocation eligibility noted as a benefit.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM required by start date.
• Experience with RF fundamentals (link budget, modulation, noise figure, gain, bandwidth).
• Experience with RF test equipment (spectrum analyzers, VNAs, signal generators).
• Experience programming in C++ or scripting with Python/LabVIEW.
• Experience via coursework, internships, or projects.

Responsibilities

• Define system architecture and develop/verify requirements.
• Modeling, analysis, and data analysis using MATLAB, Python, and C++.
• Support integration, testing, and flight activities across product lifecycle.
• Prepare technical reports and briefings for stakeholders.

Skills

RF fundamentals

RF test equipment

C++/Python

MBSE concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

DOORS

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-14

Country: United States of America

Location: US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WD ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING D BLDG

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. 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: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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 freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

We are seeking Radar Systems Engineers who thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy solving complex technical problems, and are eager to support innovative sensor and radar programs.

This is an onsite role in McKinney, TX.

What You Will Do:

You will work alongside experienced engineers to define system architecture, develop and verify system requirements, perform analysis and modeling, and support integration, testing, and flight activities across the full product lifecycle.

• Support development, analysis, documentation, and verification of system requirements using DOORS.
• Generate system CONOPS and system architectures.
• Assist with radar mode requirement development and system performance assessments.
• Conduct modeling, simulation, and data analysis using tools such as MATLAB, Python, and C++.
• Participate in hardware/software integration, troubleshooting, and hands-on laboratory testing.
• Support verification, validation, flight test, production, and post-deployment activities.
• Perform trade studies, functional/physical analyses, and MBSE-based system design.
• Prepare and present technical reports, findings, and briefings to internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and obtained by start date
• Experience with RF fundamentals: link budget analysis, modulation schemes, noise figure, gain, bandwidth, filtering, or wave propagation
• Experience with RF test equipment (spectrum analyzers, VNAs, signal generators) through coursework, internships, or lab work
• Experience with programming using C++ or scripting/automation tools like Python or LabVIEW
• Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Prior Internship or project experience related to RF, wireless, radar, SDR, or satellite communication
• Knowledge of systems engineering architecture and design, integration and test, and verification and validation approaches
• Hands-on experience with antennas or PCB layout for RF circuits
• Exposure to digital signal processing concepts

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 Eligibility

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.

This position requires ability to obtain a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: Security Clearance FAQs - United States Department of State

The salary range for this role is 57,200 USD - 108,800 USD.