Principal RF Sensor and Compensation Specialist

Principal RF Sensor and Compensation Specialist

Apply for the Principal RF Sensor and Compensation Specialist role at Raytheon.

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 Effector RF Design department at Raytheon is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Principal Engineer to serve as an RF Sensor and Compensation Specialist for new advanced technology missile contracts. This is a unique opportunity to work on cutting‑edge RF antenna technology, driving innovation, and shaping the future of advanced missile systems.

• Drive and execute the development and design of specialized sensor antenna hardware, technical data packages, and detailed performance requirements.
• Work with interdisciplinary engineering teams including thermal, structural, mechanical, systems, etc. to ensure design compliance.
• Analyze internal and external simulation and test data to verify performance against requirements.
• Work with suppliers to manufacture, test, and deliver hardware.
• Create and ensure proper review of all documentation for the sensor antenna systems, including analyses, schematics, interface drawings, test plans, and specifications.
• Develop requirements for RF sensor and antenna test ranges.
• Integrate RF sensor systems in test ranges.
• Analyze advanced compensation strategies for desired sensor operation.
• Evaluate RF sensor designs across the company as a non‑advocate reviewer, to ensure performance compliance risks are mitigated.

• Requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience to include any combination of the following:
  • Experience with antenna design, including concept trades/studies, preliminary and final design, and qualification processes.
  • Experience in simulation and modeling using tools such as HFSS, CST, FEKO, SENTRi, PMM, and/or GRASP.
  • Experience with a broad range of RF sensor antenna measurements and in evaluating post‑processed data.

• Master of Science (MS) in Electrical Engineering.
• Strong experience in designing, testing, and verifying sensor and antenna performance.
• Proficiency in analyzing antenna gain data collections and processing.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with a proven ability to present technical data to stakeholders and customers.
• Experience presenting to boards such as Failure Review Board (FRB), Engineering Review Board (ERB), Change Control Board (CCB), and Manufacturing Review Board (MRB).
• Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, and/or other scientific programming languages.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and execute technical plans effectively.

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://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..htm

The salary range for this role is 101,000 USD - 203,000 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.

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