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Prattwhitney lists this Principal Electrical Engineer- Antenna Test and Verification opportunity in california, Missouri. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Location: US-CA-EL SEGUNDO-R01 ~ 2000 E Imperial Hwy ~ BLDG R01. 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.
What You Will Do:
Lead a team of test engineers to validate Antenna (AESA) hardware.
Specification development, trade studies, hardware integration, and test and validation.
Possess a blend of theoretical analysis, practical application, and hands‑on integration abilities.
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and RF related issues down to the antenna subsystem component level.
Independently solve problems and work with the system/subsystem team.
Work with leadership to identify antenna range upgrades and repairs.
Provide technical, schedule, and cost inputs to management.
Domestic travel is required.
Qualifications You Must Have:
Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM).
8+ years minimum experience in RF/Microwave and Antenna/AESA Test and Integration Experience leading a team of engineers by developing schedules and creating test plans based on system requirements.
Test Development Experience in a Nearfield Range and able to architect test solutions and concepts for new programs.
Experience troubleshooting RF/Microwave Antenna/AESA hardware, software and build/process issues down to the component levels.
Experience with system issues associated with RF design such as Noise Figure, Linearity, S-Parameters, Antenna Gain, Antenna Directivity, Output Power, Side Lobe Levels, Rogue Oscillations, etc.
Experience with common RF test equipment such as Network Analyzer, Spectrum Analyzers, Signal & Pulse Generators, and Oscilloscopes.
Experienced at leading Antenna/AESA hardware integration and validation efforts necessary for sell‑off of advanced Airborne RADAR systems.
Active and transferable US Government issued security clearance prior to the start date.
U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
Qualifications We Prefer:
Able to present technical results to Program Leadership and work with Cross‑Functional teams.
Experience in Root‑Cause Corrective Action Investigations.
Experience working in a DoD environment.
Experience using MATLAB.
Knowledge in antenna calibration techniques.
Working understanding of architecture, design, and integration processes for Airborne Radar.
Antenna integration experience in both Near and Far Field Ranges.
Leadership experience including coaching, reviewing, and delegating work to lower-level professionals.
What We Offer:
Salary range for this role is 118,300 USD - 224,900 USD.
Benefits include but are 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.
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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Worksite address
california, MO, 65018, US
Who can apply
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