Senior Principal RF Data Link Engineer

Date Posted:

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-M02 1151 E Hermans Rd BLDG M02

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:

Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

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 todays mission and stay ahead of tomorrows threat. Our team solves tough meaningful problems that create a safer more secure world.

The Advanced Effector Guidance Systems is currently searching for Electrical Engineers who have experiencedesigning wireless communication and data links. This position focuses on designing and testing wireless communication and data link systems supporting a range of tactical missile programs. As part of the RF Products department you will contribute to cutting-edge advancements in high-capacity covert and agile data link technologies for space-based and terrestrial RF applications.

The Data Link subsystems team develops the next generation of high capacity covert and agile data links. From space based to terrestrial RF links Raytheon develops RF data link subsystems for the most challenging environments. As a member of this team within the RF Products department your tasks may include:

Communications systems design

Data link hardware development

Algorithm development

Digital signal processing

What You Will Do

• Perform and/or evaluate concept and performance trade studies link budget analyses and demonstrate developed capabilities for data link communication applications.

• Perform hardware and software Communication Architecture trade studies.

• Develop prototype and test data link models and communication signal processing algorithms in detailed high-fidelity simulations and support hardware implementation.

• Testing verifying and validating communication and signal processing algorithm requirements and performance in laboratory or field test environments.

• Provide engineering support through participation in project design reviews peer reviews briefings to internal leadership and external customers for all phases of development tasks.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelors Degree in ScienceTechnology Engineering or Mathematics(STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of priorrelevant experience

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in programming and / or simulation experience in MATLAB SIMULINK C/C or equivalent language.

• Eight (8) years of experience in three or more of the following categories:

• Communication theory

• Digital signal processing

• Probability theory

• Stochastic signal processing

• RF and electromagnetic theory

Qualifications We Prefer

• Masters degree in electrical engineering or computer engineering with a focus on digital communications communications systems design data link hardware development waveform algorithm development or digital signal processing.

• Experience collaborating with and guiding cross-functional teams including hardware and software engineers to support integration efforts.

• Experience with RF subsystems analysis and integration.

• Hands-on experience with waveform simulations using modulation schemes such as PSK FSK OFDM and QAM.

• Knowledge of RF impairments (e.g. phase noise multipath Doppler).

• Proficiency in link budget and propagation modeling for end-to-end system evaluation.

• Strong understanding of RF transceiver and front-end design including trade-offs in RF designs for communication systems.

• Familiarity with antenna design parameters.

• Experience with fixed-point algorithm simulations for VHDL verification and wireless fading model simulations.

• Knowledge of Layer 2 and above communication protocols.

• Strong technical analytical and interpersonal skills.

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 is an onsite role located in Tucson AZ and is eligible for relocation assistance.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 132400 USD - 251600 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 candidates 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 companys 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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