Raytheon
Principal RF Data Link Engineer for Advanced Technologies (Onsite)
Raytheon, Tucson, Arizona, United States, 85718
Principal RF Data Link Engineer (Onsite)
Date Posted:
2025-10-16
Country:
United States of America
Location:
Tucson, AZ 85756
Position Type:
Onsite
Security Clearance:
Secret – U.S. citizenship and a DoD security clearance are required.
Overview:
The Effector RF Design department seeks a Principal RF Data Link Engineer to design and test wireless communication and data‑link systems for tactical missile programs. This role contributes to cutting‑edge, high‑capacity, covert, and agile data‑link technologies for space‑based and terrestrial RF applications.
What You Will Do
Serve as the data‑link technologist for an advanced technology program.
Collaborate with customers and stakeholders to understand requirements, provide technical support, and manage program delivery schedules.
Oversee test equipment support for data‑link testing, including obtaining approvals, conducting preliminary tests, and training the team on equipment usage.
Conduct and 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.
Oversee the data‑link team’s efforts on design reviews, peer reviews, and presentations to internal leadership and external customers.
Qualifications – Required
Bachelor of Science in a STEM field.
Minimum 8 years of relevant experience (or 6 years with an advanced degree) in any combination of:
Data‑link/communications system design.
Integration and support of commercial off‑the‑shelf (COTS) radio systems or government‑furnished equipment (GFE) radio systems.
Communications link analyses.
Troubleshooting and performing hardware acceptance testing.
U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government‑issued security clearance.
Qualifications – Preferred
Master’s degree in Electrical 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.
Hands‑on experience with RF subsystems analysis and integration.
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.
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. Relocation is available for qualified candidates. Salary range: $101,000 – $203,000. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.
Apply Now This role requires a security clearance. The salary range for this role is $101,000 USD–$203,000 USD. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to role, function, and associated responsibilities, candidate work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.
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, 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 Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.
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2025-10-16
Country:
United States of America
Location:
Tucson, AZ 85756
Position Type:
Onsite
Security Clearance:
Secret – U.S. citizenship and a DoD security clearance are required.
Overview:
The Effector RF Design department seeks a Principal RF Data Link Engineer to design and test wireless communication and data‑link systems for tactical missile programs. This role contributes to cutting‑edge, high‑capacity, covert, and agile data‑link technologies for space‑based and terrestrial RF applications.
What You Will Do
Serve as the data‑link technologist for an advanced technology program.
Collaborate with customers and stakeholders to understand requirements, provide technical support, and manage program delivery schedules.
Oversee test equipment support for data‑link testing, including obtaining approvals, conducting preliminary tests, and training the team on equipment usage.
Conduct and 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.
Oversee the data‑link team’s efforts on design reviews, peer reviews, and presentations to internal leadership and external customers.
Qualifications – Required
Bachelor of Science in a STEM field.
Minimum 8 years of relevant experience (or 6 years with an advanced degree) in any combination of:
Data‑link/communications system design.
Integration and support of commercial off‑the‑shelf (COTS) radio systems or government‑furnished equipment (GFE) radio systems.
Communications link analyses.
Troubleshooting and performing hardware acceptance testing.
U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government‑issued security clearance.
Qualifications – Preferred
Master’s degree in Electrical 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.
Hands‑on experience with RF subsystems analysis and integration.
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.
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. Relocation is available for qualified candidates. Salary range: $101,000 – $203,000. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.
Apply Now This role requires a security clearance. The salary range for this role is $101,000 USD–$203,000 USD. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to role, function, and associated responsibilities, candidate work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.
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, 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 Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.
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