Principal Radio Frequency (RF) Signal and Sensor Modeling Engineer Job at ZipRec

Overview

Job Description

Date Posted : 2025-08-07

Country : United States of America

Location : AZ849 : RMS AP Bldg 849 1151 East Hermans Road Building 849, Tucson, AZ, 85756 USA

Position Role Type : Onsite

U.S. , 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 : DoD Clearance : Secret

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.

Raytheon engineers develop the next generation of defense technologies that support our military and protect our nation and allies. We are the world’s leader in developing cutting edge defense technologies through simulation-driven virtual environments. Our software products empower the next generation of innovative weapons systems and advanced AI / ML solutions.

We’re looking for engineers who enjoy solving complex problems, engaging in a dynamic team environment, and are eager to learn.

As a Principal RF Signal and Sensor Modeling Engineer, you will work on a close-knit team to create advanced, physics-based modeling solutions in the DoD Space. You will develop key technologies in the RF domain to help engineers grasp the most complex aspects of energy transport, enabling the design and test of tomorrow’s artificial intelligence algorithms and hardware solutions. You will deploy cutting-edge technologies, leveraging your software development skills and collaborating with your Signal and Sensor Modeling peers.

This is an Onsite role in Tucson, AZ.

What You Will Do

You will champion novel solutions for advanced modeling techniques

You will develop new C++ models in an extensible and maintainable fashion

You will deploy Radio Frequency (RF) phenomenology and advanced physics concepts in a software implementation

You will enable our customer’s success through adoption and utilization of modeling solutions

You will work efficiently inside an established software product, across programming and technical environments

You will research and develop novel RF modeling solutions

You will coordinate with multiple development teams to prioritize and solve complex software and physics problems

You will mentor and share RF expertise with your team

Qualifications You Must Have

Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related STEM degree and eight (8) years of prior relevant experience

Experience applying object-oriented software design, programming in C or C++, and using MATLAB or Python for evaluation of data sets

Experience with UNIX / Linux or Apple OS or Windows DOS command line

Experience in radar processing, Imaging RF systems, energy transport, radar physics, signal processing or discrimination algorithms

Active and transferable U.S. government security clearance is required prior to the start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer

Advanced Degree in Engineering, Science, Mathematics, or related STEM degree

Experience with OpenGL, CUDA, or other GPU accelerated architectures and Scene / Sensor Modeling technologies

Experience with electronic warfare modeling, developing signal processing algorithms for missile applications, signal & image processing, digital communications, or estimation theory, or AI / ML and training techniques

Experience with Real-time Programming, software change management tools and processes, using and augmenting Build Systems (Make / CMake), and working with large production software environment

Experience with and ability to interface with adjacent engineering disciplines (Signal Processing, Systems Engineering, Hardware Engineering)

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value : Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Onsite : Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

Relocation Eligible – relocation assistance available for this position

Learn More & Apply Now!

Clearance Information : 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

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.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term, long-term, 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 sex, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, 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 Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

Privacy Policy and Terms :

Privacy Policy and Terms : Read the Policy and Terms for details

#J-18808-Ljbffr