Principal Antenna & RF Sensor Test Chamber Architect & Integrator
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onSouth Swan Road, Tucson, Pima County, Arizona, 85766, United States
About 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.
About the Role
The Effector RF Design Team at Raytheon is seeking a talented Principal Engineer to join our team in Tucson, AZ. This onsite role is designed for a leader who will shape the design and implementation of antenna, radome, and radar cross section (RCS) ranges and chambers. You will lead project teams, provide technical oversight, and work with the Engineering organization to establish technology roadmaps that enable modernization and innovation. A key part of this position involves collaborating with government personnel to define and refine requirements, ensuring range and chamber compliance. You will also serve as a mentor, providing guidance and training to employees across the business within your areas of expertise.
Hiring Process & Application
This position requires an active and transferable U.S. government-issued security clearance (DoD Secret) prior to your start date. U.S. citizenship is mandatory as only citizens are eligible for this clearance. The 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 U.S. Department of State website.
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. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted, though business necessity may require adjustments to this timeline.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
Work location
Work model: On-site
South Swan Road, Tucson, Pima County, Arizona, 85766, United States
Tucson, Arizona
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleOversee the implementation of new ranges and chambers
- check_circleDefine and refine requirements to validate range and chamber compliance with government programs
- check_circleProvide technical guidance, coaching, and mentoring to employees across the business
- check_circleEstablish technology roadmaps and contribute to engineering modernization and innovation
- check_circleLead and shape the design and implementation of antenna, radome, and RCS ranges or chambers
- check_circleCollaborate with interdisciplinary engineering teams to define, analyze, and simulate requirements
- check_circleManage relationships with chamber and range equipment suppliers
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor degree in STEM
- verifiedMinimum 8 years relevant experience
- verifiedU.S. citizenship
- verifiedActive and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance
- verifiedAbility to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance
Nice to Have
Master of Science (MS) or PhD in electrical engineering. Significant experience simulating and/or estimating the effects of propagation, reflections, and scattering on an antenna under test (AUT) in an anechoic chamber. Experience measuring hardware for RCS. Significant experience specifying, building, and validating antenna, radome, and/or RCS ranges/chambers. Proficiency with Python, MATLAB, and/or other high-level scientific programming languages. Proficiency with high performance computing (HPC) environments and schedulers such as SLURM. Proficiency with modeling and simulation tools such as HFSS, CST, FEKO, SENTRi, and GRASP. Experience designing and testing conformal antennas. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities from multiple sources. Strong interpersonal skills working in a team environment with positive interaction. Demonstrated ability to put forth and drive technical execution plans. Knowledgeable of management processes, such as Earned Value. Experience presenting in technical reviews. Understanding of near-field-to-far-field processing algorithms. Experience designing datalink, flight termination, telemetry, and/or GPS antenna systems. Experience being a Cost Account Manager or Integrated Product Team Lead.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability insurancecheck_circle401(k) matchcheck_circleFlexible spending accountscheck_circleFlexible work schedulesEmployee assistance program
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Python, Matlab, Slurm, HFSS, CST, Feko, Sentr, Grasp, Earned Value, Near-Field-To-Far-Field Processing Algorithms.
Education: Bachelor's degree in STEM required with 8+ years experience; Master of Science in Electrical Engineering preferred; PhD in Electrical Engineering preferred.
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A Principal Antenna & RF Sensor Test Chamber Architect & Integrator at Raytheon is responsible for the following: Oversee the implementation of new ranges and chambers; Define and refine requirements to validate range and chamber compliance with government programs; Provide technical guidance, coaching, and mentoring to employees across the business; and Establish technology roadmaps and contribute to engineering modernization and innovation.
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To qualify for the Principal Antenna & RF Sensor Test Chamber Architect & Integrator at Raytheon position, applicants should have: Bachelor degree in STEM; Minimum 8 years relevant experience; U.S. citizenship; Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance; and Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance.
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Principal Antenna & RF Sensor Test Chamber Architect & Integrator at Raytheon is based in South Swan Road, Tucson, Pima County, Arizona, 85766, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in STEM required with 8+ years experience; Master of Science in Electrical Engineering preferred; and PhD in Electrical Engineering preferred.
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