Sr Advanced RF Engineer - Traffic & Surveillance

Honeywell Aerospace; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) match

Educational assistance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Honeywell Aerospace in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Senior Advanced RF Engineer to design, implement, and manage complex RF systems for aerospace. You will work with cross-functional teams on cutting-edge projects that enhance safety and performance.

The role reports to the Director of Engineering and follows a Hybrid schedule, with 100% onsite first 90 days before transitioning to flexible work. Ideal candidates have strong RF design and software interfacing skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electronics or Electrical Engineering.
• 6+ years RF engineering experience, preferably aerospace.
• 4+ years C, C++, and Assembly programming.
• 4+ years Python for test scripting and RF interaction.
• 4+ years experience with DO-178B and software processes.
• 4+ years RF test equipment and system integration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain RFIO interface between digital and RF subsystems.
• Design and optimize RF circuits, subsystems and antennas.
• Perform RF analysis, simulation, and testing per requirements.
• Collaborate to integrate RF solutions into avionics and systems.
• Experience with FPGA or embedded software interfacing to RF hardware.
• Debug and integrate hardware and software; drive programs on schedule.
• Mentor engineers and provide technical guidance on projects.

Skills

RF design

C/C++

Python

Assembly

FPGA

RF test equipment

DO-178B

Aerospace standards

Electronics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronics/ Electrical Engineering

Tools

Network analyzers

Spectrum analyzers

Signal generators

Oscilloscope

Job description

As a Sr Advanced RF Engineer here at Honeywell Aerospace, you will play a critical role in the design, implementation, and management of complex systems and solutions that drive innovation, safety, and efficiency in the aerospace industry. You will work within cross-functional teams on cutting-edge projects that transform the way aircraft operate. Your experience in RF engineering will be instrumental in shaping the future of aerospace technology.

You will report directly to our Director of Engineering, working out of Phoenix, AZ location on a Hybrid work schedule. New hires are expected to report 100% onsite M-F for the first 90 days of employment.

In this role, you will impact the development and delivery of cutting-edge solutions that support Honeywell's aerospace initiatives, helping to drive innovation and maintain our leadership in the industry.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the RFIO interface layer between digital (FPGA/software) and RF subsystems.
• Design, develop, and optimize RF circuits, subsystems, and antenna systems for aerospace applications.
• Perform RF system analysis, simulation, and testing to ensure compliance with performance and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate RF solutions into avionics and electronic systems
• Experience with FPGA or embedded software interfacing to RF hardware
• Strong debugging and integration skills across hardware and software domain
• Drive customer engagement while delivering programs on schedule, within scope, and on budget.
• Mentor engineers and provide technical guidance and mentorship on critical technology projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in technical discipline such as Electronics and Electrical Engineering.
• 6 years of experience in RF engineering, preferably in aerospace or related industries.
• 4+ years of experience in programming languages such as C, C++, and Assembly.
• 4+ years of experience using python to develop test scripts to run test equipment and evaluate how the RF software, Firmware, and RF hardware interact at the "system level".
• 4+ years of experience using software development process (requirements, traceability, verification and validation - ideal if familiar with DO-178B).
• 4+ years of experience using RF test equipment, such as network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators, along with experience in RF system integration and troubleshooting.

Desired Skills

• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, and Assembly.
• Excellent/familiar with python to develop test scripts to run test equipment and evaluate how the RF software, Firmware, and RF hardware interact at the "system level"
• Understand software development process (requirements, traceability, verification and validation - ideal if familiar with DO-178B).
• Strong expertise in RF circuit design, antenna theory, and electromagnetic simulation tools
• Proficiency with RF test equipment such as network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators, along with experience in RF system integration and troubleshooting
• Knowledge of aerospace standards and regulatory requirements related to RF systems and electromagnetic compatibility
• Advanced degrees in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, or related fields
• Experience with high-frequency PCB design and microwave engineering
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiar with lab test equipment (oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, network analyzer)
• Excellent debugging skills and strategies which require interacting and monitoring hardware.

Compliance

Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. Person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status or have the ability to obtain an export authorization.

Benefits

Beyond a performance-driven salary, you'll work alongside dedicated experts on technology that's advancing aviation. As a Honeywell Aerospace employee, you're eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
• Employee assistance program and educational assistance
• Parental leave and 12 paid holidays
• Paid time off for vacation, personal and sick time

About Honeywell Aerospace

Join a company that’s reintroducing itself to the aviation community we've helped advance for more than a century. At Honeywell Aerospace (NASDAQ: HONA), we’re launching as an independent, publicly traded aerospace and defense company built on a legacy of operational excellence and mission-focused execution.

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