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Date Posted:2026-06-11Country:United States of AmericaLocation:US-AZ-TUCSON-M E Hermans Rd BLDG M02Position 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: SecretSecurity Clearance Status: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start dateJob Description: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.The Effector RF Design department at Raytheon is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Principal Sensor Engineer to serve as a Sensor Design Specialist for new advanced technology missile contracts. This is a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge RF antenna technology, driving innovation, and shaping the future of advanced missile systems.This position is an onsite role, located in Tucson, AZ.What You Will Do:Drive and execute the development and design of specialized RF sensor hardware, technical data packages, and detailed performance requirementsWork with interdisciplinary engineering teams including thermal, structural, mechanical, systems, etc. to ensure design complianceAnalyze internal and external simulation and test data to verify performance against requirementsCreate and ensure proper review of all documentation for the RF sensor systems, including analyses, schematics, interface drawings, test plans, and specifications.Work with RF sensor manufacturing suppliers as a subject matter expert and responsible engineer.Evaluate RF sensor designs across the company as a non-advocate reviewer, to ensure performance compliance risks are mitigated. Qualifications You Must Have:Typically requires a Bachelor's in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience to include any combination of the following:Experience with antenna design, including concept trades/studies, preliminary and final design, and/or qualification processes.Experience in simulation and modeling using tools such as HFSS, CST, FEKO, SENTRi, PMM, and/or GRASP.Experience with broad range of RF sensor measurements and in evaluating post-processed data. Qualifications We Prefer:Master of Science (MS) in Electrical Engineering.Experience designing and testing antenna systems for seeker, datalink, flight termination, GPS, and telemetry applications.Proficiency in analyzing sensor gain data collections and processing.Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with a proven ability to present technical data to stakeholders and customers.Experience presenting to boards such as Failure Review Board (FRB), Engineering Review Board (ERB), Change Control Board (CCB), and Manufacturing Review Board (MRB).Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, and/or other scientific programming languages.Familiarity with high-performance computing (HPC) environments and schedulers such as SLURM.Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and execute technical plans effectively.What We OfferOur 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. This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Learn More & Apply Now! This pos