Data Link and Wireless Communications Engineer II
Company: Raytheon
Location: Tucson
Posted on: April 23, 2024
Job Description:
Date Posted:2023-11-30Country:United States of
AmericaLocation:AZ852: RMS AP Bldg M East Hermans Road Building
M02, Tucson, AZ, 85756 USAPosition Role Type:OnsiteAt 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.Job Summary:The RF team is currently searching for Electrical
Engineers who have experience designing wireless communication and
data links. This role includes design and test activities that span
preliminary design to integration. Products we develop support
datalink applications on a variety of tactical missile programs.The
Data Link subsystems team develops the next generation of high
capacity, covert, and agile data links. From space based to
terrestrial RF links, Raytheon develops RF data link subsystems for
the most challenging environments. As a member of this team within
the RF Products department your tasks may include:Communications
systems designData link hardware developmentAlgorithm
developmentDigital signal processingThis position is an onsite
role, located in Tucson, AZ.Responsibilities to Anticipate:
- Perform and/or evaluate concept and performance trade studies,
link budget analyses and demonstrate developed capabilities for
data link communication applications.
- Perform hardware and software Communication Architecture trade
studies.
- Develop, prototype, and test data link models and communication
signal processing algorithms in detailed high fidelity simulations
and support hardware implementation.
- Test, verify and validate communication and signal processing
algorithm requirements and performance in laboratory or field test
environments.
- Provide engineering support through participation in project
design reviews, peer reviews, briefings to internal leadership and
external customers for all phases of development tasks. Basic
Qualifications:
- Typically requires a Bachelor's in Science, Technology,
Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of
prior relevant experience to include any combination of the
following:
- Communication theory
- Digital signal processing
- Probability theory
- Stochastic signal processing
- RF and electromagnetic theory
- Experience in programming and / or simulation experience in
MATLAB, SIMULINK, C/C++, or equivalent language.
- 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. Preferred
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer
Engineering with a focus in digital communications, communications
systems design, data link hardware development, waveform algorithm
development, and or digital signal processing.
- Experience with system engineering of RF subsystems.
- Experience with waveform simulations using modulations schemes
such as: PSK, FSK, OFDM, and QAM.
- Familiar with common RF impairments: Phase noise, multipath,
and Doppler.
- Link budget and propagation modeling for end to end system
evaluation.
- Strong understanding of RF transceiver and front end design and
common tradeoffs in RF designs for communication systems.
- Familiarity with antenna design parameters.
- Familiarity with fixed point algorithm simulations for VHDL
verification.
- Familiarity with wireless fading model simulation.
- Knowledge of Layer 2 and above.
- Strong technical and interpersonal skills with desire to
support enterprise initiatives.
- Ability to prepare documentation with minimal oversight.
- Background in designing for manufacturability, producibility,
and cost constraints.
- Group management skills, leadership skills and strong
communication skills.
- Strong problem solving skills with ability to proactively
identify alternate solutions to overcome difficult technical
challenges.What We Offer:Whether you're just starting out on your
career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a total
rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation;
healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career
development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer
include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work
schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and
child/adult backup care.Additional Information:This position
requires the eligibility to obtain a security clearance. The
Defense Industrial Security Clearance Office (DISCO), 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:
Check us out on YouTube! The salary range for this role is 64,000
USD - 128,000 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
disability, long-term disability, 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/Affirmative Action Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age
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