RF Systems Engineer II - Onsite

RTX Corporation; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Relocation Eligibility

Job summary

RTX Corporation in the United States is seeking Radar Systems Engineers to join the Naval Power Mission Area in the Systems Engineering Center. You will define system architecture, develop requirements and verify performance across radar programs.

You will model data, support integration and flight tests, and collaborate with experienced engineers on full lifecycle activities. The role requires a Master’s in STEM or engineering and hands-on RF experience, including RF fundamentals, test

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Engineering, CS or STEM major by start date.
• Experience with RF fundamentals including link budget, modulation, noise figure and bandwidth.
• Experience with RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers and VNAs.
• Experience using MATLAB for data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Define system architecture and develop requirements for radar sensor programs.
• Support integration, testing, and flight activities across the product lifecycle.
• Perform modeling and data analysis; use DOORS to verify system requirements.
• Generate CONOPS and system architectures; support radar mode requirements.
• Contribute to verification, validation and post-deployment activities.

Skills

RF fundamentals

RF test equipment

MATLAB

Education

Master's degree in STEM or engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Python

C++

Job description

Location:

US-IN-FT WAYNE-150A ~ 1010 Production Rd ~ BLDG 150A

Date Posted:

2026-10-15

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IN-FT WAYNE-150A ~ 1010 Production Rd ~ BLDG 150A

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

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.

What You Will Do:

Join the Naval Power Mission Area within the Systems Engineering Center at Raytheon, where we design and develop advanced radar and early-warning sensor systems for the warfighter. 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.

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++.
• Support verification, validation, flight test, production, and post-deployment activities.

Qualifications You Must Have:

Experience may be obtained through job experience, research, coursework, or projects

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) major 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 using MATLAB for data analysis

Qualifications We Prefer:

• 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
• Experience with programming using C++ or scripting/automation tools like Python or LabVIEW
• 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: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• Relocation Eligibility

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select 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 disability, long-term disability, 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 race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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