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Sr Advanced RF Engineer - Traffic & Surveillance

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Phoenix, AZ
Senior level
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Phoenix, AZ
Senior level
Designs and integrates RF circuits, subsystems, antennas, and RFIO interfaces for aerospace applications. Develops Python test scripts and interfaces FPGA, software, firmware, and RF hardware. Performs RF simulation, system analysis, testing, debugging, and compliance verification. Collaborates with cross-functional teams, supports customer engagement, delivers programs on schedule and budget, and mentors engineers. The role is hybrid in Phoenix, with full onsite work required during the first 90 days.
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As a Sr Advanced RF Engineer here at Honeywell Aerospace, you will play a critical role in the design, implementation, and management of complex systems and solutions that drive innovation, safety, and efficiency in the aerospace industry. You will work within cross-functional teams on cutting-edge projects that transform the way aircraft operate. Your experience in RF engineering will be instrumental in shaping the future of aerospace technology.

You will report directly to our Director of Engineering, working out of Phoenix, AZ location on a Hybrid work schedule.

  • New hires are expected to report 100% onsite M-F for the first 90 days of employment.

In this role, you will impact the development and delivery of cutting-edge solutions that support Honeywell’s aerospace initiatives, helping to drive innovation and maintain our leadership in the industry.

Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain the RFIO interface layer between digital (FPGA/software) and RF subsystems.
  • Design, develop, and optimize RF circuits, subsystems, and antenna systems for aerospace applications.
  • Perform RF system analysis, simulation, and testing to ensure compliance with performance and regulatory requirements.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate RF solutions into avionics and electronic systems
  • Experience with FPGA or embedded software interfacing to RF hardware
  • Strong debugging and integration skills across hardware and software domain
  • Drive customer engagement while delivering programs on schedule, within scope, and on budget.
  • Mentor engineers and provide technical guidance and mentorship on critical technology projects.
Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in technical discipline such as Electronics and Electrical Engineering.
  • 6 years of experience in RF engineering, preferably in aerospace or related industries.
  • 4+ years of experience in programming languages such as C, C++, and Assembly.
  • 4+ years of experience using python to develop test scripts to run test equipment and evaluate how the RF software, Firmware, and RF hardware interact at the “system level."
  • 4+ years of experience using software development process (requirements, traceability, verification and validation – ideal if familiar with DO-178B).
  • 4+ years of experience using RF test equipment, such as network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators, along with experience in RF system integration and troubleshooting.

WE VALUE

  • Strong proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, and Assembly.
  • Excellent/familiar with python to develop test scripts to run test equipment and evaluate how the RF software, Firmware, and RF hardware interact at the “system level”
  • Understand software development process (requirements, traceability, verification and validation – ideal if familiar with DO-178B).
  • Strong expertise in RF circuit design, antenna theory, and electromagnetic simulation tools
  • Proficiency with RF test equipment such as network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators, along with experience in RF system integration and troubleshooting
  • Knowledge of aerospace standards and regulatory requirements related to RF systems and electromagnetic compatibility
  • Advanced degrees in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, or related fields
  • Experience with high-frequency PCB design and microwave engineering
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Familiar with lab test equipment (oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, network analyzer)
  • Excellent debugging skills and strategies which require interacting and monitoring hardware.

Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. Person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status or have the ability to obtain an export authorization.​

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL AEROSPACE

Beyond a performance-driven salary, you'll work alongside dedicated experts on technology that's advancing aviation. As a Honeywell Aerospace employee, you're eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Employer-subsidized medical, dental, vision and life insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
  • Employee assistance program and educational assistance
  • Parental leave and 12 paid holidays
  • Paid time off for vacation, personal and sick time

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ABOUT HONEYWELL AEROSPACE

Join a company that's reintroducing itself to the aviation community we've helped advance for more than a century. At Honeywell Aerospace (NASDAQ: HONA), we're launching as an independent, publicly traded aerospace and defense company built on a legacy of operational excellence and mission-focused execution.

Our new brand identity pairs that heritage with real momentum, as we build technology that helps pilots navigate with confidence, aircraft operate more efficiently, and operators stay ahead of change. With our systems on board 90% of the world's aircraft, your work here has reach that's rare to find anywhere else.

Focusing on our customers, investing in innovation, and building a culture of accountability and performance is how we're shaping what comes next.

Every horizon. Every mission. Every day.

THE BUSINESS UNIT

Honeywell Aerospace products and services are found on aircraft across commercial aviation, defense and space — from engines and cockpit electronics to cabin systems, mechanical components and connectivity solutions. Our technology helps operators fly more safely, reduce fuel consumption, improve on-time performance and deliver a better experience for the people on board.

As aviation continues to evolve, we're also developing systems to support autonomous and supersonic platforms, bringing the same focus on safety and efficiency to the next era of flight. With approximately 36,000 employees worldwide and net sales of $17.4B in 2025, Honeywell Aerospace is one of the largest dedicated aerospace companies in the world. Explore our businesses: https://www.honeywellaerospace.com

Electronic Solutions develops the avionics, navigation systems, sensors and electromagnetic defense technology that help aircraft perform safely and with precision. Our systems are on board 90% of the world's aircraft — serving commercial aviation, defense and space operators from integrated flight deck platforms with 30-plus years in service to radiation-hardened systems trusted for human spaceflight.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Posting date: 11/12/2026

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