RF Systems Engineer II - Onsite

Prattwhitney; 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

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX's Naval Power Mission Area within the Systems Engineering Center is seeking Radar Systems Engineers to design and verify sensor and radar systems for the warfighter. You will define system architecture, develop requirements, and perform analysis across the full product lifecycle.

Join a fast-paced, collaborative team leveraging MATLAB, Python, and C++ to model, simulate, and validate performances, support flight tests, and contribute to CONOPS and system architectures.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or STEM major by start date.
• Experience with RF fundamentals: link budget, modulation, noise figure, gain, bandwidth, filtering or wave propagation.
• Experience with RF test equipment (spectrum analyzers, VNAs, signal generators) via coursework or internships.

Responsibilities

• Define system architecture and develop and verify system requirements across the lifecycle.
• Perform analysis, modeling and data analysis; support integration, testing and flight activities.
• Use DOORS for requirements management; generate CONOPS and system architectures.
• Assist with radar mode requirements and system performance assessments; conduct modeling and simulations in MATLAB/Python/C++.
• Support verification, validation, flight test, production and post-deployment activities.

Skills

RF fundamentals

Radar systems engineering

MATLAB data analysis

C++ programming

Python scripting

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Python

DOORS

RF test equipment

Job description

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

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

Onsite

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 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.

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.

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. 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.

Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms RTX. RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses - Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.