Would you like to be part of the new space movement? Are you a rock star engineer? Do you have the leadership gene? Raytheon Space and Airborne Systems is the place for you. In the last few years you might have seen in your social media feed amazingly beautiful images of the Earth from space in exquisite detail. Or perhaps images in the news forecasting the weather and reporting on natural disasters. Maybe you’ve even gazed at images from deep space wondering when humans will journey to the farthest reaches of the universe.

Behind many of these amazing images are the technologies and innovations created by the engineers at Raytheon Space and Airborne Systems. Situated in sunny Southern California, a location rich in aerospace history, we have unparalleled heritage in advanced sensing systems for space exploration, national security and civil space. We are actively seeking engineers to help evolve our technology and grow our business into new domains and markets. Are you up to the challenge? We’re looking for you.

Job Description:

The RF Systems Engineer provides the full range of systems design and analysis-related activities in support of SAS RF programs. These activities include:

• Development of mathematical algorithms for RF signal processing and calibration
• Modeling and simulation of sensor physics and phenomenology to predict performance
• Development of system and/or subsystem requirements
• Data analysis of hardware under test or in operations
• Design and development of RF waveforms
• Creating technical presentations to both internal and external customers
• Participating in customer and/or program technical reviews

Raytheon is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Required Skills:

• Knowledge of digital signal processing: Filtering, Frequency domain analysis
• Knowledge of mathematical algorithms and analytic techniques
• Proficient in Matlab, C++, Python, or related programming languages
• THIS POSITION REQUIRES THE ELIGIBILITY TO OBTAIN A SECURITY CLEARANCE. EXCEPT IN RARE CIRCUMSTANCES, ONLY U.S. CITIZENS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR A SECURITY CLEARANCE.
• U.S. CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED

Desired Skills:

• Experience in RF design, development, integration and test (system verification)
• Experience in hardware and/or software development of embedded, real-time systems
• Experience in machine learning, artificial intelligence, deep learning, convolutional neural networks
• Technical publications and/or patents

REQUIRED EDUCATION (INCLUDING MAJOR):

• Must have a MS / MA with a major in Engineering, Physics, Math, or other related field by Summer 2019 or have graduated within 18 months prior to start date.

Raytheon Company is a technology and innovation leader specializing in defense, civil government and cybersecurity solutions. Founded in 1922, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration, capabilities in C5I (command, control, communications, computing, cyber and intelligence), sensing, effects and mission support services.