Senior RF Electronics Engineer

Prattwhitney; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 86,800 - 165,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Prattwhitney is looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer in McKinney, TX to lead RF Electronics Testing. This role involves overseeing production testing and ensuring compliance with performance standards for RF design.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in a STEM field and at least 5 years of experience in RF testing, with a strong knowledge of analog and digital circuit methodologies. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in RF testing and troubleshooting.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all production testing and Design Verification Testing efforts.
• Act as technical interface between test team and leadership.
• Conduct comprehensive RF CCA/module checkout and validate against requirements.

Skills

RF, analog, digital, and power electronics test methodology

Troubleshooting skills

Proficiency in Python scripting

Experience with signal generator and spectrum analyzer

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM field

Tools

Xpedition Schematic/Layout Tool

SystemVue/Genesys

Advanced Design System (ADS)

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-05-05

Location: McKinney, TX (2501 W University Dr, Wing C Bldg, 75057)

Role Type: Onsite. U.S. citizenship required; maintain DoD Secret Security Clearance.

In the RF, ASIC & MMIC Design Department, we seek a Senior Electrical Engineer to serve as the RF Electronics Test Lead for our renowned RF design team.

What You Will Do

• Oversee all production testing and Design Verification Testing efforts for the RF CCAs.
• Act as a technical interface between the test team and program leadership.
• Conduct comprehensive RF CCA/module checkout in accordance with the developed test plan and validate against the requirements matrix.
• Ensure compliance with technical performance standards and program requirements.
• Perform failure investigations and troubleshooting of RF hardware to identify and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with the Integrated Product Team Lead to ensure Integrated Master Schedule tasking and priorities are achieved.
• Review and analyze data for all current RF CCA/module deliveries to ensure accuracy and alignment with program objectives.
• Provide support for sub‑system integration activities, as required.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in RF, analog, digital, and power electronics test methodology and troubleshooting, RF circuit card design and fabrication, simulation and analysis of RF products.
• Experience with tools such as signal generator, spectrum analyzer, network analyzer, Xpedition Schematic/Layout Tool, SystemVue/Genesys, Advanced Design System (ADS).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued DoD Secret Security Clearance after start.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Advanced degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, or related discipline.
• Highly self‑motivated with ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Capable of preparing technical review documentation with minimal oversight.
• Strong knowledge of RF/Digital electronics and practical experience through all phases of the product development life cycle.
• Expertise in design and testing of up‑down converters and synthesizers, cascade analysis, circuit card assembly design and fabrication, high‑speed data converter test/characterization.
• Proficiency in writing Python scripts to automate test equipment control.
• Background in designing for manufacturability, producibility, cost constraints, yield and margin analysis.

What We Offer

Salary range: $86,800 – $165,200 USD.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, parental leave, paid time off and holidays. Eligible employees may also receive incentive compensation programs depending on level and union status.

Values: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Location: McKinney, TX (on‑site).

Equal Opportunity Employment

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.

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.