Senior Telemetry and Flight Terminations Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

Relocation eligibility

Job summary

RTX is seeking experienced engineers to design, analyze, simulate, and test analog and mixed-signal electronics for mission-critical systems in Tucson. The role focuses on circuit cards, subsystem level design, and PCB development with REA responsibility for designs and documentation.

The team emphasizes rigorous analysis, secure clearance, and a collaborative environment. A DoD Secret clearance and STEM background are required, with relocation support available where applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM with 5+ years of relevant experience or an advanced degree with 3+ years.
• Experience with analog electronics design including FETs/BJTs, op-amp, filters, DAC/ADC and level shifters.
• Experience creating electrical design specifications and documenting analyses.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, simulate, test, and document analog and mixed-signal electronics circuitry.
• Assist in designing electronics at the subsystem or PCB level.
• Help to see PCB development through its design phases, from requirements definition through initial integration testing.
• Be the “Responsible Engineering Authority” (REA) for FTS and/or TM designs.
• Generate and/or compile all required analysis and documentation verifying compliance with program and performance requirements.

Skills

Electronics design

FPGA/MCU experience

Analog/digital electronics

MATLAB/MathCAD

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

ECAD tools

PCB layout

Testing equipment

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-13

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 freedoms 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 team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

Raytheon's Hardware Electrical Engineering Team is looking forexperienced engineers who have electronics knowledge to supportthe design and test of electronicproducts and systems.Our bread and butterareall things“circuit cards”,and we wantyou to help us blaze the path!

What You Will Do

• Design, analyze, simulate, test, and document analog and mixed signal electronics circuitry.
• Assist in designing electronics at the subsystem or PCB level.
• Help to see PCB development through its design phases, from requirements definition through initial integration testing.
• Be the “Responsible Engineering Authority” (REA) for FTS and/or TM designs.
• Generate and/or compile all required analysis and documentation verifying compliance with program and performance requirements.

Qualifications You Must Have

• 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 3years’ experience.
• Experience with Electronics design with emphasis on systems and/or subsystems.
• Experience utilizing and creating electrical design specifications.
• Experience with analog electronics design, including one or more of the following: FETs/BJTs, op-amp, high/low/band pass filters, clock/data termination, comparator circuits, A/D converters, level shifters, and load switches.
• Experience using tools such as MATLAB, MathCAD, Mathematica, or other similar tools.

Qualifications We Prefer

• An advanced degree in Electrical Engineering
• A self-starter, a quick learner, be able to function in a dynamic environment, and have good time management skills.
• Experience communicating and documenting technical topics at the small team level.
• Experience with Flight Termination and/or Telemetry systems design.
• Experience with electronics laboratory testing and troubleshooting.
• Professional experience with the ECAD process and have a conceptual understanding of the layout and routing concerns specific to RF circuit cards.
• Experience in any one of the following:
  • Designing using microcontrollers, FPGA’s, and digital interfaces
  • System grounding schemes and resolving ground reference issues
  • Developing requirements and test plans
  • Electrical interface control documents
  • Power supply design
  • Detailed printed circuit board layout

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.
• Work Schedule: 9/80 schedule (every other Friday off)
• Relocation Eligibility: This position is eligible for relocation

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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.

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