Senior Researcher, Electromagnetics

RTX; East Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Flexible work schedules

Educational assistance

Employee backup care

401(k) match

Job summary

RTX Technology Research Center seeks a motivated researcher in Electromagnetics with a focus on applied electromagnetics and RF circuits to join the Electromagnetics and Network Systems Team in a hybrid role based in East Hartford, CT.

The team develops advanced devices leveraging RF, photonics, and materials for imaging, sensing, and communications. You will design devices, simulate, fabricate, and contribute to proposals and publications while advancing RTX aerospace and defense capabilities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with a minimum of 3 years of experience or PhD in Physics, Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in electromagnetism principles, including wave propagation, RF circuits and wave-material interactions.
• Experience applying computational and/or experimental skills to develop new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Support conception and design of novel electromagnetic devices.
• Perform simulations, fabrication, and experiments for proof-of-concept demonstrations.
• Assist in preparing internal and external research proposals and disseminating results through reports and papers.
• Contribute to development of intellectual property and new research programs.

Skills

Electromagnetism

RF Circuits

Multi-physics modeling

Education

Master's degree or PhD in Physics or Engineering

Job description

Location

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-RTRC L ~ 411 Silver Ln ~ RTRC L

Date Posted

2026-10-02

Country

United States of America

Location

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-RTRC L ~ 411 Silver Ln ~ RTRC L

Position Role Type

Hybrid

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements

This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Security Clearance Type

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status

Not Required

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. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Role Overview

The RTX Technology Research Center is seeking a motivated and collaborative researcher in Electromagnetics with a focus on applied Electromagnetics and RF Circuits to join our Electromagnetics and Network Systems Team.

Our Electromagnetics and Network Systems Team research focuses on developing advanced devices that leverage the interaction between RF, photonics, and functional materials for imaging, sensing, communication, and information‑processing technologies across the electromagnetic spectrum, supporting aerospace and defense applications. In collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, we transition novel concepts from early technology stages to a readiness level that influences RTX business applications.

What You Will Do

Role responsibilities include supporting the conception and design of novel electromagnetic devices, proof‑of‑concept demonstrations via simulation, fabrication, and experiments, supporting the preparation of internal and external research proposals, supporting dissemination of research results through reports, conference proceedings, and peer‑reviewed articles, and development of intellectual property. The candidate is expected to work in execution of the existing projects as well as contribute to develop new research programs.

• A strong background and understanding of electromagnetism and its application across areas such as sensing and radar, communications, and imaging.
• Self‑motivation along with excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong collaboration abilities, problem‑solving capabilities, and interpersonal strengths, supported by a record of teamwork, adaptability, innovation, and initiative.
• Technical proficiency in one or more of the following domains: design, development, or characterization of advanced electromagnetic devices or systems including antennas and antenna arrays; RF circuits; and multi‑physics or multi‑domain modeling for RF applications; RF photonic circuits and quantum RF technologies.

What You Will Learn

You will learn to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team including RTX Technology Research Center and broader RTX network, and contribute to advanced research projects, applying your expertise to tackle some of the most challenging engineering and scientific problems in the relevant domain of the aerospace and defense sectors.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Masters degree with a minimum of 3 years of experience or PhD in Physics, Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in fundamental principles of electromagnetism, including wave propagation, RF circuits and wave‑material interactions.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in the application of computational and/or experimental skills towards the development of new technologies.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Expertise in one or more of the following areas: antennas and antenna arrays, radar signal processing, RF/microwave active/passive/non‑linear integrated circuits, computational electromagnetics, remote sensing and imaging, communication and network.
• Knowledge of emerging research areas and techniques, materials and structures for RF, photonics and quantum RF systems.
• Practical knowledge of project management and practical to substantial knowledge of RTX projects, programs, or systems with the ability to make enhancements and leverage in daily work.

What We Offer

Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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.