Effector Telemetry and Flight Termination Engineer I

Company: Raytheon
Location: Tucson
Posted on: March 24, 2026

Job Description:

Date Posted: 2026-03-09 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: 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. Raytheon's Effector Analog & Power (EAP) Team is looking for junior engineers to help design Telemetry (TM) and Flight Termination Systems (FTS). The EAP Department is responsible for the development, from concept to integration, of Telemetry and Flight Termination products; power systems from all up round to the lowest level power regulation; servo electronics supporting all mechanical motion in our products and low noise mixed signal electronics that provides the analog to digital interface to our front-end sensors. Each of these products generally operate in lower power and voltage ranges less than 10kW and 1000V. The Telemetry and Flight Termination Systems team develops system designs focused on supporting effector flight tests. We adhere to rigorous standards from the Range Commanders Council, Federal Communications Commission, and the National Security Agency in the design and utilization of our products. We perform make/buy trade studies, design application specific Printed Circuit Board Assemblies, and work with leading industry suppliers of antennas, transmitters, encoders, and flight termination components. What You Will Do - Design, analyze, simulate, test, and document analog and mixed signal electronics circuitry. - Assist in designing electronics at the subsystem or PCB level. - Help to see PCB development through its design phases, from requirements definition through initial integration testing. - Be the “Responsible Engineering Authority” (REA) for FTS and/or TM designs. - Generate and/or compile all required analysis and documentation verifying compliance with program and performance requirements. Qualifications You Must Have - Requires a bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and less than 2 years of prior relevant experience - Experience with Electronics design with emphasis on systems and/or subsystems. - Experience utilizing and creating electrical design specifications. - Experience with analog electronics design, including most of the following: FETs/BJTs, op-amp, high/low/band pass filters, clock/data termination, comparator circuits, A/D converters, level shifters, and load switches. - Experience using tools such as MATLAB, MathCAD, Mathematica, or other similar tools. Qualifications We Prefer - An advanced degree in Electrical Engineering - A self-starter, a quick learner, be able to function in a dynamic environment, and have good time management skills. - Experience communicating and documenting technical topics at the small team level. - Experience with Flight Termination and/or Telemetry systems design. - Experience with electronics laboratory testing and troubleshooting. - Professional experience with the ECAD process and have a conceptual understanding of the layout and routing concerns specific to RF circuit cards. - Experience in any one of the following: - Designing using microcontrollers, FPGA’s, and digital interfaces - System grounding schemes and resolving ground reference issues - Developing requirements and test plans - Electrical interface control documents - Power supply design - Detailed printed circuit board layout What We Offer - Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. - Work Schedule: 9/80 schedule (every other Friday off) - Relocation Eligibility: This position is eligible for relocation Learn More & Apply Now! - Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role. - 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 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 - Tucson, AZ: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-tucson,-az-location LI-SP1 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 57,200 USD - 108,800 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. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms

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