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Lead, Electrical Engineer

Rockwall, TX · On-site

$148K - $155K/yr

The Lead Antenna Designer will maintain responsibility for meeting project targets, performing engineering tasks, and lead engineering activities across multiple disciplines. The Lead Antenna ...

Antenna pattern (coverage), efficiency, gain, isolation requirements, OTA performance, desense ... Release designs into product life management (PLM) and documentation systems * Types of antennas ...

Antenna pattern (coverage), efficiency, gain, isolation requirements, OTA performance, desense ... Release designs into product life management (PLM) and documentation systems * Types of antennas ...

Lead, Electrical Engineer

Rockwall, TX · On-site

$148K - $155K/yr

The Lead Antenna Designer will maintain responsibility for meeting project targets, performing engineering tasks, and lead engineering activities across multiple disciplines. The Lead Antenna ...

Antenna pattern (coverage), efficiency, gain, isolation requirements, OTA performance, desense ... Release designs into product life management (PLM) and documentation systems * Types of antennas ...

Create, refine, and optimize antenna designs using full‑wave solvers, run parametric studies, and balance electrical, mechanical, LO, and environmental constraints. * Perform EM simulation and/or ...

Optimize antenna designs to meet system-level requirements such as coverage, link budget, and interference mitigation * Use MATLAB or Python for post-processing, parametric sweeps, and design ...

Create, refine, and optimize antenna designs using full‑wave solvers, run parametric studies, and balance electrical, mechanical, LO, and environmental constraints. * Perform EM simulation and/or ...

Optimize antenna designs to meet system-level requirements such as coverage, link budget, and interference mitigation * Use MATLAB or Python for post-processing, parametric sweeps, and design ...

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How much do antenna designer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for antenna designer in the United States is $111,500.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,000.00 and $139,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an Antenna Designer do?

An Antenna Designer is a specialized engineer who creates, develops, and tests antennas used in wireless communication systems, such as radios, mobile phones, satellites, and radar. Their work involves using electromagnetic theory and advanced simulation tools to design antennas that optimize signal strength, minimize interference, and meet specific technical requirements. Antenna Designers often collaborate with other engineers to integrate antennas into various devices and ensure they function efficiently in real-world environments.

What are some common challenges faced by antenna designers during the prototyping and testing phases?

Antenna designers often encounter challenges such as managing trade-offs between antenna size, gain, bandwidth, and efficiency during prototyping. Achieving optimal performance while adhering to strict space constraints, especially in compact devices, can be demanding. During testing, environmental factors like nearby materials, interference, and real-world installation conditions can significantly impact performance, requiring designers to iterate and refine their designs. Close collaboration with RF engineers, mechanical designers, and manufacturing teams is essential to address these issues and ensure the final product meets all specifications.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Antenna Designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Antenna Designer, you need deep knowledge of electromagnetics, RF engineering, and antenna theory, typically supported by a degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Familiarity with simulation tools like HFSS, CST Microwave Studio, and CAD software, as well as understanding of relevant industry standards, is crucial. Strong problem-solving abilities, creativity, and effective communication help in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and addressing complex design challenges. These skills ensure the development of efficient, reliable antenna systems that meet performance and regulatory requirements in various applications.
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Infographic showing various Antenna Designer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 96% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,500 per year, or $53.6 per hour.
RF Antenna & Radome Design Engineer II

RF Antenna & Radome Design Engineer II

Raytheon

Albuquerque, NM

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago


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9.1

Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

Based on 81 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

3rd of 516 rated manufacturers


Job description

Date Posted:

2026-04-02

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-M02 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG M02

Position 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: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

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 Antenna & Radome team at Raytheon is seeking a talented Engineer to join our team in Tucson, AZ.

The candidate will be responsible for contributing to and shaping antenna, radome, and antenna measurement system technology within the Company. The selected candidate will also be expected to contribute to varied teams and work with the Engineering organizations to establish and contribute to general innovation. In addition, the candidate will work with government personnel and programs to define and refine requirements for validating hardware compliance.

This position is an onsite role, located in Tucson, AZ.

What You Will Do:

  • Development and detailed design of antenna or radome hardware and requirements
  • Work with interdisciplinary engineering teams including thermal, structural, mechanical, systems, etc.
  • Work with antenna manufacturing suppliers
  • Analyze simulation and test data to verify performance to requirements

Qualifications You Must Have:

  • 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:
    • Experience contributing to antenna designs through concept trades/studies, preliminary design, final design, and qualification.
    • Experience with antenna simulation and modeling with tools such as HFSS, CST, FEKO, SENTRi, PMM, and/or GRASP.
    • Experience with antenna measurements within near or far field systems

Qualifications We Prefer:

  • Master of Science (MS) in Electrical Engineering
  • Strong experience managing and presenting technical data to stakeholders and customers.
  • Strong experience designing and delivering conformal antenna designs
  • Excellent communication skills; both verbal and written
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive technical execution plans
  • Strong interpersonal skills working in a team environment with positive interaction
  • Demonstrated ability to put forth and drive technical execution plans
  • Experience presenting to Failure Review Board (FRB), Engineering Review Board (ERB), Change Control Board (CCB), Manufacturing Review Board (MRB), etc.
  • Knowledge of near-field-to-far-field processing algorithms
  • Familiarity with complex threat environments and battlefields
  • Experience designing seeker, datalink, flight termination, GPS and telemetry antenna systems
  • Experience designing complex multi-layer radomes
  • Proficiency with Python, MATLAB and/or other scientific programming languages
  • Proficiency with high performance computing (HPC) environments and schedulers such as SLURM

What We Offer

Our 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 position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), 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: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 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 Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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