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Microwave Rf Engineer Jobs in Alabama (NOW HIRING)

Effector Guidance Electronics is responsible for designing RF and Microwave hardware, including ... Typically requires a Bachelor's in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a ...

Effector Guidance Electronics is responsible for designing RF and Microwave hardware, including ... Typically requires a Bachelor's in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a ...

... RF, and high-power microwave (HPM) modeling to directly support the MSIC DEW team. This is a senior ... Perform scientific and engineering analyses to assess atmospheric propagation, adaptive optics ...

DEW Systems Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$135K - $216K/yr

... RF, and high-power microwave (HPM) modeling to directly support the MSIC DEW team. This is a senior ... Perform scientific and engineering analyses to assess atmospheric propagation, adaptive optics ...

DEW Systems Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$135K - $216K/yr

... RF, and high-power microwave (HPM) modeling to directly support the MSIC DEW team. This is a senior ... Perform scientific and engineering analyses to assess atmospheric propagation, adaptive optics ...

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Microwave Rf Engineer information

What is a microwave RF engineer?

A Microwave RF Engineer designs, develops, and tests high-frequency circuits and systems used in wireless communication, radar, and satellite applications. They work with components such as amplifiers, filters, antennas, and waveguides to ensure optimal signal performance. Their role involves simulation, prototyping, troubleshooting, and optimizing RF and microwave systems to meet performance and regulatory standards.

What does a microwave RF engineer do?

As a Microwave RF Engineer, your workday often involves a blend of design, simulation, and hands-on testing of RF and microwave circuits and systems. You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams such as hardware engineers, project managers, and manufacturing staff to ensure prototypes meet performance specifications and project deadlines. Expect to use specialized software for modeling and spend time in the lab troubleshooting, tuning, and validating hardware using advanced test equipment. Regular meetings to review designs, address technical challenges, and document results are also a key part of the role. This dynamic environment enables continuous learning and the development of innovative solutions in high-frequency technology.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a microwave RF engineer?

To thrive as a Microwave RF Engineer, you need a solid understanding of electromagnetic theory, circuit design, and RF/microwave components, typically with a degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Familiarity with simulation tools like HFSS, ADS, or CST, as well as hands-on experience with network analyzers and spectrum analyzers, is often required, and certifications such as FCC or IEEE membership can be advantageous. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective teamwork are essential soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure the accurate design, testing, and optimization of high-frequency systems critical to telecommunications, defense, and wireless industries.

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Senior Principal RF Design Engineer

Huntsville, AL • On-site

Raytheon
Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing • 10K+ employees

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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RTX rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

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Job description

Date Posted:

2026-07-15

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AL-HUNTSVILLE-315 ~ 315 Bob Heath Dr ~ BOB HEATH

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:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

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.

Our Mission is to develop best in industry technologies that align product capabilities to the needs of our customer. We will empower our people to leverage design commonality and innovation, balancing risk and rigor, to achieve predictable and affordable solutions. We are looking for candidates willing to collaborate, innovate, and team with our engineers to generate and utilize today’s cutting-edge technology.

Effector Guidance Electronics is responsible for designing RF and Microwave hardware, including transmitters, receivers, and exciters.  This includes design and test activities that span preliminary design to integration.  Products we develop support radar and datalink applications on a variety of tactical missile programs.  Critical to this role is designing for challenging mechanical constraints and extreme environments.

What You Will Do

  • 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

  • Schematic capture and RF routing

  • Partner with interdisciplinary teams - power, digital, mechanical, etc.


Qualifications You Must Have

  • Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of ten years of prior relevant experience

  • Experience to include any combination of the following:

  • RF design and fabrication

  • RF test and troubleshoot

  • Simulation of RF products

  • Experience with 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


Qualifications We Prefer

  • Seeker design expertise

  • Mentorship or apprenticeship experience 

  • Technical oversight responsibilities for less-senior engineers

  • Working across domains on complex projects

  • Architecting and requirements definition for complex RF products

  • Team lead experience on technical projects including experience w/ cost and schedule

  • EVMS or CAM experience

  • Background in designing for manufacturability, producibility, and cost constraints.  Includes 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


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 is an onsite role located in Huntsville, AL and is eligible for relocation assistance.

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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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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Industry

Guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing, it services, aerospace product and parts manufacturing and engineering professional services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Waltham, MA, US

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