Senior RF Sensor Design & Calibration Engineer

RTX; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Principal Sensor Engineer to serve as a Sensor Calibration Specialist for advanced missile contracts in Tucson, AZ. This onsite role drives RF sensor design and calibration while collaborating with cross-functional teams to verify performance and compliance.

The successful candidate will analyze simulations and tests, prepare documentation, and engage with suppliers. A DoD Secret clearance is required, and relocation with a comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM with 8+ years experience
• Experience with RF sensor measurements and data analysis
• Ability to obtain interim clearance

Responsibilities

• Develop RF sensor hardware and performance requirements
• Collaborate with thermal, structural, mechanical teams to ensure design compliance
• Analyze simulation and test data to verify performance
• Document analyses, schematics, drawings, test plans, specs
• Coordinate with RF sensor suppliers as SME
• Review designs to mitigate performance risks

Skills

Antenna design

RF simulation

Sensor calibration

Documentation review

Supplier management

Education

Bachelor's in STEM

MS in Electrical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

HFSS

CST

FEKO

SENTRi

PMM

GRASP

Job description

RTX is seeking a Principal Sensor Engineer to serve as a Sensor Calibration Specialist for advanced missile contracts in Tucson, AZ. This onsite role drives RF sensor design and calibration while collaborating with cross-functional teams to verify performance and compliance.

The successful candidate will analyze simulations and tests, prepare documentation, and engage with suppliers. A DoD Secret clearance is required, and relocation with a comprehensive benefits package is offered.