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Prattwhitney

Principal RF Design Engineer

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$107.50 - $204.50/hr

Design of circuit card assemblies (CCAs) with RF or mixed signals. * Work in a lab to accomplish ... Mentorship or apprenticeship experience. * Technical oversight responsibilities for less‑senior ...

Raytheon

RF Design Engineer II

Phoenix, AZ

Effector RF Design Department is responsible for designing RF and Microwave hardware, including ... Mentorship or apprenticeship experience * Technical oversight responsibilities for less-senior ...

Raytheon

RF Design Engineer II

Tucson, AZ

Effector RF Design Department is responsible for designing RF and Microwave hardware, including ... Mentorship or apprenticeship experience * Technical oversight responsibilities for less-senior ...

Raytheon

RF Design Engineer II

Tucson, AZ

Effector RF Design Department is responsible for designing RF and Microwave hardware, including ... Mentorship or apprenticeship experience * Technical oversight responsibilities for less-senior ...

Raytheon Technologies

RF Design Engineer II

Tucson, AZ · On-site

Effector RF Design Department is responsible for designing RF and Microwave hardware, including ... Mentorship or apprenticeship experience * Technical oversight responsibilities for less-senior ...

Techstaff

Tooling Design/Programming Engineer II

Mesa, AZ · On-site

$85 - $95K/hr

Formal Tool & Die, machining, CNC, or technical apprenticeship experience. Key Attributes * Hands ... Engineer II is authorized to: * Make routine tooling design and CNC programming decisions within ...

Prattwhitney

Senior Principal RF Design Engineer

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$132.40 - $251.60/hr

Mentorship or apprenticeship experience * Technical oversight responsibilities for less‑senior ... Circuit card assembly design and fabrication * Testing or designing RF hybrid (chip and wire ...

Raytheon

Principal RF Design Engineer

Phoenix, AZ

Effector RF Design Department is responsible for designing RF and Microwave hardware, including ... Mentorship or apprenticeship experience * Technical oversight responsibilities for less-senior ...

Raytheon

Principal RF Design Engineer

Tucson, AZ

Effector RF Design Department is responsible for designing RF and Microwave hardware, including ... Mentorship or apprenticeship experience * Technical oversight responsibilities for less-senior ...

Raytheon

Principal RF Design Engineer

Tucson, AZ

Effector RF Design Department is responsible for designing RF and Microwave hardware, including ... Mentorship or apprenticeship experience * Technical oversight responsibilities for less-senior ...

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What opportunities for hands-on learning and mentorship can a design engineer apprentice expect during their apprenticeship?

As a Design Engineer Apprentice, you will typically work closely with experienced engineers in a collaborative team environment. You'll have the chance to participate in real-world design projects, attend regular meetings, and receive feedback on your work. Most apprenticeship programs include structured mentorship, where senior engineers provide guidance, answer questions, and help you develop both technical and professional skills. This hands-on approach not only accelerates your learning but also allows you to build a strong foundation for a future engineering career.

What is a design engineer apprentice?

Design Engineer Apprentices are individuals who are training to become professional design engineers through a structured apprenticeship program. They typically work under the supervision of experienced engineers, assisting in the development, testing, and improvement of products, systems, or components. Apprentices gain hands-on experience with design software, technical drawings, and engineering processes while also studying related academic subjects. This role is ideal for those who want to earn a qualification while gaining practical experience in the engineering industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a design engineer apprentice, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Design Engineer Apprentice, you need a solid grasp of engineering principles, basic design knowledge, and a relevant educational background such as pursuing an engineering degree or vocational qualification. Familiarity with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) and exposure to industry standards or safety certifications are often required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective teamwork skills help apprentices excel in collaborative and technical environments. These competencies ensure accurate design work, support innovation, and help apprentices develop into valuable engineering professionals.
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Principal RF Design Engineer

Prattwhitney

Tucson, AZ • On-site

$107.50 - $204.50/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Date Posted

2026-02-26

Location

US-AZ-TUCSON-M02 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG M02 (Tucson, AZ)

Position Type

Onsite; U.S. Citizen or U.S. Person required. A Secret security clearance, with an interim clearance before start date, is required. U.S. citizenship is required for clearance.

Responsibilities
  • Design and development of transmitters, receivers or exciters.
  • Design of circuit card assemblies (CCAs) with RF or mixed signals.
  • Work in a lab to accomplish component characterization as well as module verification and integration.
  • Test and handle sensitive RF hardware.
  • Hardware schematic capture and RF routing.
  • Partner with interdisciplinary teams – power, digital, mechanical, etc.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM).
  • Minimum of eight years of relevant experience, including any combination of: experience with RF design and fabrication; RF testing and troubleshooting; simulation of RF products; and use of any of the following tools: Mentor DX Designer or equivalent; High Frequency Structure Simulator (HFSS) or equivalent; SystemVue/Genesys or equivalent; Advanced Design System (ADS) or equivalent.
  • Experience with RF testing and troubleshooting, RF design and fabrication, or RF product simulation.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Mentorship or apprenticeship experience.
  • Technical oversight responsibilities for less‑senior engineers.
  • Experience working across domains on complex projects.
  • Architecting and requirements definition for complex RF products.
  • Team leadership experience on technical projects, including cost and schedule/EVMS or CAM experience.
  • Ability to prepare documentation with minimal oversight.
  • Background in designing for manufacturability, producibility, and cost constraints, including yield and margin analysis.
  • Technical background in the following areas:
    • Cascade analysis and/or frequency planning.
    • Filter design and fabrication.
    • Circuit card assembly design and fabrication.
    • Testing or designing RF hybrid (chip and wire) technologies.
    • High‑speed data converter test/characterization.
    • High‑power RF design or test experience.
    • Scripting experience (Matlab or Python).
  • Some front line leadership desirable.
Salary Range

$107,500 – $204,500 USD

Benefits

Eligible for 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 depend on the business unit and whether the position is covered by a collective‑bargaining agreement. Eligible for annual short‑term and/or long‑term incentive compensation programs based on level and agreement.

EEO Statement

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.

Security Clearance

Requires a Secret clearance with an interim clearance before start. U.S. citizenship is required for clearance. More information about security clearances can be found at https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm.

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