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RTX (Raytheon) lists this Principal Microwave Photonics Engineer opportunity in columbia, Maryland. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Date Posted:
Country: United States of America
Location: US-MD-COLUMBIA-7100 ~ 7100 Columbia Gateway Dr ~ COLUMBIA GATEWAY, Ste 160
Position Role Type: Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: TS/SCI
Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1
At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world's most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.
Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.
The Raytheon Subsystem Engineering and Photonics group is actively seeking a Principal Microwave Photonics Engineer to join our group in Columbia, MD. The Subsystem Engineering and Photonics Group is a hands-on, multi-disciplinary engineering team that works to design, develop, and fabricate the next generation of RF and photonic systems. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, simulation, construction, and testing of next generation photonic systems to provide new capabilities to our customers.
What You Will Do
Contribute to design, simulation, assembly, and testing of microwave photonic systems in support of internal and external R&D contracts
Perform hands on testing and troubleshooting of photonic systems and components
Collaborate in a multi-discipline team setting to solve complex engineering problems
Perform and participate in internal and external technical reviews
Independently drive projects and execute to program schedules and budget
Travel up to 10%, with some overnight travel.
Qualifications You Must Have
Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and 8 years of prior relevant experience; or an advanced degree and 5 years of experience
Experience with microwave photonic systems
Qualifications We Prefer
Advanced degree in Physics, Optics, Photonics, Electrical Engineering, or related engineering field.
Experience in fiber optic based photonic systems
Experience in integrated photonics
Proficiency in MATLAB
Experience developing and executing testing plans
Self-motivated problem solver with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
Self-directed - Able to complete tasks with minimum oversight
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment
Strong written and oral communication skills
Onsite
Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.
This position 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 118,300 USD - 224,900 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 performan
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Worksite address
columbia, MD, 21046, US
Who can apply
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