Sr Advanced RF Engineer

Honeywell Aerospace•Phoenix, AZ

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Sr Advanced RF Engineer at Honeywell Aerospace, you will design, implement, and manage complex systems and solutions for the aerospace industry. You will work with cross-functional teams on projects aimed at improving aircraft operations and contribute RF engineering expertise to the development and delivery of aerospace solutions. The role reports to the Director of Engineering and is based in Phoenix, Arizona, on a hybrid schedule. New hires are expected to work onsite Monday through Friday for their first 90 days.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as Electronics or Electrical Engineering.
At least 6 years of experience in RF engineering, preferably in aerospace or related industries.
Experience interfacing FPGA or embedded software with RF hardware.
U.S. Person status, as defined in the posting, or the ability to obtain export authorization, due to U.S. export control requirements.

Nice To Haves

Strong proficiency in C, C++, and Assembly.
Familiarity with Python for developing test scripts and evaluating system-level interactions among RF software, firmware, and hardware.
Understanding of software development processes, including requirements, traceability, verification, and validation; familiarity with DO-178B is ideal.
Expertise in RF circuit design, antenna theory, and electromagnetic simulation tools.
Proficiency with RF test equipment such as network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators, and experience with RF system integration and troubleshooting.
Knowledge of aerospace standards and regulatory requirements related to RF systems and electromagnetic compatibility.
Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, or a related field.
Experience with high-frequency PCB design and microwave engineering.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Familiarity with laboratory test equipment, including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers.
Excellent debugging skills and strategies involving interaction with and monitoring of hardware.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain the RFIO interface layer between digital FPGA/software and RF subsystems.
Design, develop, and optimize RF circuits, subsystems, and antenna systems for aerospace applications.
Perform RF system analysis, simulation, and testing to verify performance and regulatory compliance.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate RF solutions into avionics and electronic systems.
Engage with customers and deliver programs on schedule, within scope, and on budget.
Mentor engineers and provide technical guidance on critical technology projects.