Senior RF Design Engineer

RTX; Andover (MN); On-site; USD 86,800 - 165,200; Full time

Job summary

RTX, one of the world’s leading aerospace and defense companies, seeks an electrical engineer with strong RF design skills and phased array experience. You will design RF/microwave components and test MMICs, integrating subsystem and system-level phased array hardware for mission-critical programs.

The role requires active DoD Secret clearance eligibility, a STEM degree with 5+ years of relevant experience (or an advanced degree with 3+ years), and proficiency with HFSS, ADS, CST, Genesys,

Qualifications

• Degree in STEM with minimum 5 years relevant experience, or advanced degree with minimum 3 years experience.
• Experience in microwave/RF system, subsystem and component analysis, design and test.
• Proficiency with electromagnetic simulation tools (HFSS, ADS, CST, Genesys, Mentor Graphics Xpedition, Cadence Virtuoso) and analytical tools (Matlab).
• Basic RF calculations and cascaded analysis.

Responsibilities

• Design RF/microwave components and phased array applications
• Develop insights that extend RF/Microwave knowledge and form the basis of new concepts and products
• Design and/or test MMIC or module products and test fixtures at RF/microwave frequencies
• Integrate and test component-level and system-level phased array hardware
• Travel to integration sites, customer and subcontractor facilities as required

Skills

RF design theory

phased array systems

microwave testing

RF circuit analysis

Tools

HFSS

ADS

CST

Genesys

Mentor Graphics Xpedition

Cadence Virtuoso

Matlab

Job description

Security Clearance: U.S. citizenship required. Need active DoD Secret clearance or be eligible for interim clearance before start.

Location: Massachusetts (Tewksbury or Andover); location assignment based on business need.

At RTX, the world’s largest aerospace and defense company, we bring the strength of over 100 years of experience and engineering expertise to meet mission needs. We are looking for an electrical engineer with a strong background in RF design theory and testing, including microwave components and Active Electronically Steered Antennas (AESAs). The candidate must be proficient in circuit card assemblies, electromagnetic/microwave theory, and the design of phased array systems.

Responsibilities

• Design RF/microwave components and phased array applications
• Develop insights that extend RF/Microwave knowledge and form the basis of new concepts and products
• Design and/or test MMIC or module products and test fixtures at RF/microwave frequencies
• Integrate and test component-level and system-level phased array hardware
• Travel to integration sites, customer and subcontractor facilities as required

Required Qualifications

• Degree in STEM with minimum 5 years relevant experience, or advanced degree with minimum 3 years experience
• Experience in microwave/RF system, subsystem and component analysis, design and test
• Proficiency with electromagnetic simulation tools such as HFSS, ADS, CST, Genesys, Mentor Graphics Xpedition Cadence Virtuoso, and analytical tools such as Matlab
• Basic RF calculations and cascaded analysis

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing and testing analog CCAs, including frequency conversion, automatic gain control, amplifier design and analog filter design
• Knowledge of electrical interconnects and transmission line design
• Understanding of RF layout techniques from HF to X-Band
• EMI analysis and mitigation techniques
• Self‑learning and multitasking skills
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Experience allocating and flowing down requirements from system to component level
• Design of RF/microwave MMIC circuits, modules or test fixtures
• Experience with GaAs and/or GaN MMIC devices
• Experience with integrated circuit layout and physical verification using Cadence Virtuoso tools
• Familiarity with semiconductor processing (GaAs, GaN, SOI)
• Strong academic background in Microwave Engineering, Microwave Systems, Electromagnetic Theory and Radar Systems
• Hands‑on experience with microwave testing techniques (spectrum analyzers, RSAs, VNAs, PNAs)
• Technical writing, proposal writing and oral presentations
• Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering is a plus

Benefits & Compensation

Salary range: USD 86,800 – 165,200. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, parental leave, paid time off, holidays and more. Relocation assistance available.

Equal‑Opportunity Employer

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.