Principal Electrical Engineer- Antenna Test and Verification

Date Posted:

2026-08-10

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CA-EL SEGUNDO-R01 ~ 2000 E Imperial Hwy ~ BLDG R01

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:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

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.   

What You Will Do: 

We are seeking an experienced Principal Electrical Engineer- Antenna Test and Verification specializing in RF/Microwave and Antenna / Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) Integration and Testing. The candidate must be comfortable working with commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) and custom test equipment to test hardware. Responsibilities will require leading a team of test engineers to validate Antenna (AESA) hardware. Tasks will include specification development, trade studies, hardware integration, and test and validation. This opportunity is for a versatile Antenna test engineer possessing a blend of theoretical analysis, practical application, and hands-on integration abilities. The ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and RF related issues down to the antenna subsystem component level is desired. The ability to independently solve problems as well as work with the system/subsystem team is required. The candidate should be willing to work with leadership to identify antenna range upgrades and repairs. Additional responsibilities will include providing technical, schedule, and cost inputs to management.

Domestic travel is required.

Qualifications You Must Have: 

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM)
• 8+ years minimum experience in Antenna/AESA Test and Antenna Subsystem
• Experience with Test Development in a Far Field or Nearfield Range
• Experience troubleshooting RF/Microwave Antenna/AESA hardware, software and build/process issues down to the component levels
• Experience with system issues associated with RF design such as Noise Figure, Linearity, S-Parameters, Antenna Gain, Antenna Directivity, Output Power, Side Lobe Levels, Rogue Oscillations, etc.
• Experience with common RF test equipment such as Network Analyzer, Spectrum Analyzers, Signal & Pulse Generators, and Oscilloscopes
• Active and transferable US Government issued security clearance prior to the start date. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Able to present technical results to Program Leadership and work with Cross-Functional teams
• Experience in Root-Cause Corrective Action Investigations
• Experience working in a DoD environment
• Experience using MATLAB
• Experienced at leading Antenna/AESA hardware integration and validation efforts necessary for sell-off of advanced Airborne RADAR systems
• Knowledge in antenna calibration techniques
• Working understanding of architecture, design, and integration processes for Airborne Radar
• Antenna integration experience in both Near and Far Field Ranges
• Leadership experience including coaching, reviewing, and delegating work to lower-level professionals

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.

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-s