About The Position
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 Airborne Antenna Design department is seeking an RF Systems Engineer I based in Forest, Mississippi with responsibilities having significant impact, recognition, and growth in the organization. The RF Systems Engineer I will be responsible for the design, development, and sustainment of RF and antenna systems, processes, and test facilities. These responsibilities include leading and supporting efforts related to system optimization, test time reduction, and test capability enhancement in support of the Next Generation Jammer (NGJ) Mid Band program. In addition, the candidate will be look at for guidance in troubleshooting and diagnosing RF and antenna system failures.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) Major is required.
- Experience in one or more of the following: Matlab, Python, C++, RF Network analyzer, spectrum analyzer, oscilloscope, or Antenna systems.
- The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.
- U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
- Active and existing security clearance required after day 1
Nice To Haves
- Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose issues related to complex electronic systems.
- Ability to identify and implement optimizations in electronic systems and test processes.
- Comfortable interfacing with technical experts and presenting to upper-level management.
Responsibilities
- Design, development, and sustainment of RF and antenna systems, processes, and test facilities.
- Leading and supporting efforts related to system optimization, test time reduction, and test capability enhancement in support of the Next Generation Jammer (NGJ) Mid Band program.
- Troubleshooting and diagnosing RF and antenna system failures.
Benefits
- 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
- holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
