Senior Principal RF Signal Processing Systems Engineer

RTX; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 146,000 - 277,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Sr. Principal Systems Engineer – RF Signal Processing in Tucson, AZ. You will lead RF signal processing algorithm development, model validation, and integration with broader guidance systems.

This onsite role requires building and mentoring a technical team and delivering results across complex programs. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in STEM, strong C/C++/Java skills, and experience with RF/EO/IR domains, sensor data processing, and algorithm optimization.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a STEM degree and extensive experience in signal processing
• Experience with RF/EO/IR domains and related sensor data processing
• Strong programming skills in C/C++, C#, or Java and algorithm design

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and testing of RF signal processing algorithms
• Oversee a technical team and manage engineering projects
• Collaborate across disciplines to integrate signal processing with Guidance, Navigation, and Control
• Prepare and deliver technical briefings to internal and external customers

Skills

RF Signal Processing

Algorithm design

C/C++/Java

Leadership

Security clearance

Test & integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Advanced degree (MS/PhD) in STEM

Tools

Azure DevOps

Git

Job description

RTX is seeking a Sr. Principal Systems Engineer – RF Signal Processing in Tucson, AZ. You will lead RF signal processing algorithm development, model validation, and integration with broader guidance systems.

This onsite role requires building and mentoring a technical team and delivering results across complex programs. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in STEM, strong C/C++/Java skills, and experience with RF/EO/IR domains, sensor data processing, and algorithm optimization.