Systems Engineer – RF Engineer II

globalhr; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation eligible

Job summary

Raytheon Technologies invites applications for a Systems Engineer – RF Engineer in Aurora, CO. This onsite role supports RF communications, antenna design, and system integration across the full lifecycle.

The ideal candidate holds a STEM degree with 2+ years of relevant experience and an active TS/SCI clearance. Travel to CONUS/OCONUS locations may be required, up to 25% of the time.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience using engineering and analysis tools such as Microsoft Office, MATLAB, Ansys HFSS, Python, or similar tools for data analysis and automation.
• Experience troubleshooting technical issues involving electronic systems in an academic, internship, laboratory, or professional work environment.
• Experience using common commercial test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, or similar laboratory instrumentation.
• Active and transferable DoD TS/SCI U.S. government-issued security clearance is required prior to start date.

Responsibilities

• Support analysis, integration, verification, and troubleshooting test activities.
• Support program activities at CONUS and OCONUS locations.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and perform root-cause analysis using lab and field test equipment.
• Complete and compile detailed performance evaluations using MATLAB.
• Prepare and present engineering results through reports and technical briefings to stakeholders.
• Support testing and troubleshooting of hardware systems.
• Perform root-cause analysis and support minor design changes.
• Maintain engineering specifications and drawings.
• Manage engineering databases and participate in technical meetings.

Skills

RF engineering

Antenna design

MATLAB

Python

Ansys HFSS

Microsoft Office

Education

B.S. in STEM

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Signal generators

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-14

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CO-AURORA-S75 ~ 16800 E Centretech Pkwy ~ BLDG S75

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: TS/SCI

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

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.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Systems Engineer – RF Engineer supporting one of our premier programs at Raytheon, an RTX Business. The Apertures and RF Team is seeking an RF Engineer to join a highly technical, multidisciplinary team responsible for the analysis, trade studies, design, design reviews, testing, fielding and hardware refresh, integration, and operational support of adaptable hardware systems.

In this role, you will support engineering activities throughout the entire product lifecycle, from initial concept definition and system analysis through detailed design, development, qualification testing, fielding, and customer support. You will serve as an individual contributor supporting a variety of engineering efforts and will have the opportunity to work across architecture, design, integration, testing, and fielding activities.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong engineering background and technical experience supporting radio frequency (RF) communications links and systems, antenna system design, functionality, and operation.

The work is on-site in Aurora, CO, and program support activities may require travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations, not expected to exceed 25%.

What You Will Do

• Support the planning and execution of analysis, integration, verification, and troubleshooting test activities in laboratory and operational environments


• Support program activities at CONUS and OCONUS locations


• Troubleshoot technical issues and perform failure data analysis, including root cause and corrective action activities using advanced laboratory and field test equipment


• Complete and compile detailed performance evaluations using engineering analysis tools such as MATLAB


• Prepare and present engineering results through reports and technical briefings to internal and external stakeholders


• Support engineering activities related to the testing and troubleshooting of hardware systems


• Perform root-cause analysis and support the implementation of minor design changes


• Support the maintenance of engineering specifications, including design specifications, analysis requirements documents, schematics, and assembly drawings


• Support the maintenance and management of engineering databases


• Participate in engineering tag-ups and technical meetings involving the Program, Systems Engineering, Chief Engineer, and customer organizations


• Resolve and coordinate system-level technical solutions with multidisciplinary engineering teams


• Participate in periodic team meetings, interface teleconferences, and technical working groups


• Support associated engineering tasks required to implement program and process requirements


• Support mockup hardware installation, integration, and repair activities


• Support sustainment, depot returns, troubleshooting, and repair activities

What You Will Learn

After completing comprehensive on-the-job training, you will become part of a team supporting RF Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, and Systems Integration and Test activities across the full product development lifecycle. You will gain hands‑on experience supporting complex RF systems and hardware from design and development through integration, testing, fielding, sustainment, and customer support.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of2 years of prior relevant experience


• Experience using engineering and analysis tools such as Microsoft Office, MATLAB, Ansys HFSS, Python, or similar tools for data analysis and automation


• Experience troubleshooting technical issues involving electronic systems in an academic, internship, laboratory, or professional work environment


• Experience using common commercial test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, or similar laboratory instrumentation


• Active and transferable DoD TS/SCI U.S. government-issued security clearance is required prior to start date

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with reflector system design, antenna feed design, solid-state amplifier performance parameters, high‑power tube amplifier technology, and associated key performance characteristics


• Experience with computer networking, basic cybersecurity principles, and cybersecurity/INFOSEC practices


• Experience with CompTIA Security+ certification or equivalent cybersecurity experience


• Experience working with electrical schematics, interface control documentation, and communications protocols


• Experience using instrumentation to collect and analyze large data sets


• Experience applying scripting, automation, or engineering tools to data collection and analysis

What We Offer

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


• Relocation eligible

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 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.