The posting
Date Posted:
2026-10-14


Country:
United States of America


Location:
US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB1 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ ASSABET BLDG


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:
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.
The Antenna, Microwave, and E3 Department is seeking electrical engineers interested in working on hardware development and integration, utilizing a variety of key technologies. We are seeking an electrical engineer to broaden their existing skillsets into the integration and validation of a mixed digital, power and control, RF/microwave, and Active Electronically Steered Antennas (AESAs). This includes subsystem validation, integration and test, and transition to production of advanced receiver and exciter hardware and firmware utilized in complex AESAs.
What You Will Do:
- Responsible for designing phased array antenna systems including active and passive microwave components and a variety of analog to digital RF subassemblies
- Leading others by understanding team dynamics and capitalizing on diverse team strengths while mitigating gaps
- Leading trade studies to determine the best solution and plan forward for solving complex problems while considering quality, cost, schedule, and performance
- Regularly conveying task status on complex issues and strategic plans across multiple teams, program, department, and customer leadership
- Provide Engineering support module builds and test and any associated performance validation or investigations
- Train on Phased Array Pilot Array and develop Near Field Range phased array integration skills
- Support NFR testing
- Support Radar Far Field Range Testing
Qualifications You Must Have
- Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) degree and a minimum of 8 years’ prior relevant experience, to include any combination of the following: Advanced microwave principles and Microwave/RF system, subsystem and component analysis, design and test Demonstrated experience in validation of requirements from the component level to module level, up to phased array system level.
- MATLAB and Linux data processing as related to Microwave Engineering, Microwave Systems, Electromagnetic Theory and Radar Systems
- Demonstrated ability to work with a complex engineering team
- Solid understanding of hardware testing methodologies
- Strong hands-on experience with microwave testing techniques, including using spectrum analyzers, Real-time Spectrum Analyzers (RSAs), Vector Network Analyzers (VNAs) and Performance Network Analyzer (PNAs)
Qualifications We Prefer
- Experience allocating and flowing down radar requirements from the system to the component level
- Demonstrated ability in a variety of metrology skills in at least one or more areas of microwave components, antenna far field / near field
- Background designing analog CCAs, including frequency conversion, automatic gain control, amplifier design and analog filter design
- Knowledge of cost estimating, plus budget and schedule management
- Knowledge of IFF Interrogators and AIM 1210 certification standards
- Demonstrated experience in generation of cascade analysis and frequency planning.
- Experience with I/Q signal processing analysis in MATLAB, C/C++, Python, or other programming languages.
- Working knowledge of C/C++ and/or in computer scripting language such as Shell/Perl/Python a plus
- Experience in the operation of Identify Friend or Foe (IFF) System and Subsystems
- Willingness to travel to local test sites as well as occasional travel to domestic and international sites (less than 10% of the time)
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.
Learn More & Apply Now!
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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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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