Senior RF Sensor Lead Engineer

RTX; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

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

Holidays

Job summary

RTX Corporation in Tucson, AZ seeks a Senior RF Sensor Responsible Engineering Authority to drive RF subsystem design, modeling, and test support for advanced missile programs. You will lead supplier collaboration, manage technical data reviews, and mitigate risks across hardware development.

The role requires RF hardware experience, DoD-style processes, and the ability to travel to suppliers. On-site work in Tucson with eligibility for a security clearance and DoD clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM with 5+ years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with 3+ years.
• Experience with RF hardware development (antennas or CCAs and subsystems).
• Experience with suppliers or subcontractors to develop complex hardware.
• Demonstrated product or task ownership.
• Experience interpreting engineering requirements and verifying hardware compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee supplier development of RF sensors and measurement equipment.
• Serve as a liaison between the supplier and program, ensuring tech, cost and schedule alignment.
• Coordinate stakeholder reviews of technical data, proposed design changes, and hardware acceptance.
• Identify, document, and communicate risks and mitigations for RF sensor development.
• Support lab testing, field test events, and root-cause failure analysis for RF sensors.
• Maintain artifacts such as requirements documents, HUM, SSOW.
• Process variances for hardware noncompliance and deviations from the TDP.
• Travel regularly to the supplier for reviews and meetings (1–2 months cadence).
• Collaborate with program leadership, management, suppliers, and customers.
• Build and leverage cross-functional networks to solve technical challenges.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical excellence.

Skills

Electrical hardware development

Supplier collaboration

Ownership of tasks

Interpretation of requirements

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

Vector network analyzers

Signal generators

Spectrum analyzers

Antenna ranges

Environmental test facilities

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-21 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-M02 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG M02 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling to help our nation and allies defend freedom and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our engineers develop advanced technologies that create a safer, more secure world.

The Effector RF Design Department designs, develops, and supports advanced RF hardware including seekers, sensors, antennas, transmitters, receivers, and exciters for next-generation tactical missile systems. Our work spans the complete engineering development lifecycle—from concept development and requirements definition through design, qualification, testing, and transition to production. We develop innovative RF solutions capable of performing reliably in some of the world’s most demanding operational environments.

The Effector RF Design department at Raytheon is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Senior RF Sensor Responsible Engineering Authority (REA) for advanced technology missile programs. The desired candidate will have experience in RF subsystem design, radar development, antenna design, and/or RF seeker integration. You will drive subsystem requirements, conduct design modeling and analysis, and support integration and test efforts. This is a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge RF technology, driving innovation, and shaping the future of advanced missile systems. This is an onsite role, located in Tucson, AZ.

What You Will Do

• Oversee supplier development of RF sensors and measurement equipment
• Serve as a liaison between the supplier and program, ensuring technical, cost, and schedule alignment
• Coordinate stakeholder reviews of technical data, proposed design changes, and hardware acceptance
• Identify, document, and communicate risks and mitigations for RF sensor development
• Support lab testing, field test events, and root-cause failure analysis for RF sensors
• Maintain artifacts such as requirements documents, Hardware Utilization Matrix (HUM), and Supplier Statement of Work (SSOW)
• Process variances for hardware noncompliance and/or deviations from the Technical Data Package (TDP)
• Travel regularly to the supplier in support of reviews and working meetings (once every one to two months)
• Collaborate regularly with program leadership, functional management, suppliers, and customers
• Build and leverage cross-functional networks to solve complex technical challenges
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical excellence across the organization

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum of 3 years of relevant experience to include the following:
• Experience with electrical hardware development (RF components such as antennas or CCAs and subsystems preferred)
• Experience working directly with suppliers or subcontractors to develop complex hardware.
• Demonstrated product or task ownership
• Experience interpreting engineering requirements and verifying hardware compliance

Qualifications We Prefer

• Master’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• Experience serving as a technical lead or Responsible Engineering Authority.
• Experience with radar, RF sensors, RF seekers, antennas, microwave electronics, or RF subsystem development.
• Knowledge of subsystem or systems engineering, requirements development, verification, and validation.
• Experience integrating, testing, troubleshooting, and qualifying RF hardware.
• Familiarity with RF laboratory equipment including vector network analyzers, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, antenna ranges, and environmental test facilities.
• Experience supporting supplier technical management, design reviews, and hardware acceptance.
• Strong understanding of technical risk identification, mitigation planning, and engineering decision making.
• Experience leading technical investigations, failure analyses, and trade studies.
• Knowledge of mixed-signal electronics and hardware integration.
• Experience with missile systems or other defense-related RF products.
• Knowledge of DoD hardware development processes and technical documentation.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor engineers and build strong technical relationships across organizations.

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

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.
• 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.

Privacy Policy and Terms: RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.