Raytheon Technologies

Principal GEM-T Forebody Digital IF Receiver Projects Lead

Raytheon Technologies$107K — $204K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Advanced degree in STEM with 5-8 years of experience
  • 5+ years experience with digital IF receiver or RF systems
  • Expertise in digital signal processing and RF architecture
  • Experience in managing technology refresh or sustainment projects
  • Familiarity with manufacturing processes for high-reliability systems

Responsibilities

  • Lead projects for digital IF receiver system management
  • Define project goals and requirements with team leaders
  • Integrate updated components into existing systems
  • Contribute to design, analysis, and testing of systems
  • Analyze technical risks and develop mitigation strategies
  • Collaborate with suppliers and quality assurance for project alignment
  • Prepare technical documentation and progress reports

Benefits

  • Values focused on Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation
  • Relocation assistance based on candidate eligibility
Full Job Description

Date Posted:

2026-05-13

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB1 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ ASSABET BLDG

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: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

Raytheon's Receiver/Exciter & Processing Architecture (REPA) Department is the focal point for receiver, exciter, beam steering, and signal processing technology within Raytheon. The department is responsible for the design, development, integration, and support to production builds, and lifecycle support of Raytheon products.

REPA is seeking a technically skilled and motivated GEM-T Forebody Digital IF Receiver Projects Lead to manage and execute key projects related to the sustainment, modernization, and advancement of digital Intermediate Frequency (IF) receiver systems within the GEM-T forebody. This role focuses on driving technology refresh efforts, addressing obsolescence challenges, and ensuring the continued high performance and reliability of these critical systems. The ideal candidate will collaborate with the GEM-T leadership team, cross-functional engineers, and program stakeholders to deliver project results while developing the technical and leadership skills necessary for future growth opportunities within the organization.

What You Will Do:

  • Lead and manage projects for the GEM-T forebody digital IF receiver systems, including technology refresh initiatives, obsolescence resolutions, and performance enhancements.

  • Define project goals, technical requirements, and deliverables in collaboration with the GEM-T Forebody Digital IF Receiver Lead and program leadership.

  • Support production sustainment by integrating updated components, designs, and technologies into established systems with minimal disruption.

  • Perform hands-on contributions to the design, analysis, and testing of digital IF receiver systems, particularly within the GEM-T missile forebody.

  • Analyze technical risks and challenges, developing mitigation strategies to ensure successful project execution.

  • Work closely with suppliers, manufacturing teams, and quality assurance to align project deliverables with RTX standards and program objectives.

  • Prepare and present technical documentation, progress reports, and updates to internal stakeholders and external customers.

  • Develop and maintain project schedules, resource allocations, and plans to meet program milestones.

  • Seek mentorship and professional development opportunities to prepare for future leadership roles within the GEM-T program and broader organization.

  • This 1st shift role will be 100% onsite and based in Tewksbury/Andover, MA.

Qualifications You Must Have:

  • Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience.

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience with digital IF receiver systems, RF systems, or related aerospace/defense technologies.

  • Experience with digital signal processing, RF systems, and intermediate frequency receiver architectures.

  • Experience managing or contributing to technology refresh or sustainment projects.

  • Experience with manufacturing and production processes for high-reliability systems.

  • 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.

Qualifications We Prefer:

  • Master’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline.

  • Experience with digital IF receiver systems in missile or aerospace applications.

  • Proficiency in engineering tools for RF and digital system design and analysis, such as MATLAB, Simulink, HFSS, or similar.

  • Familiarity with MIL-STD specifications, DoD requirements, and ITAR compliance.

  • Knowledge of FPGA-based digital signal processing and high-speed data acquisition systems.

  • Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a demonstrated interest in pursuing future leadership opportunities.

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 offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Learn More & Apply Now

  • Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as: 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.

  • Clearance Information: 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:

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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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.

About Raytheon Technologies

Raytheon Solipsys, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Raytheon Company, is an industry leader in the development of integrated Command and Control (C2) Network-Centric solutions for the Domestic and International DoD and Homeland Security. Through proven systems and software engineering practices, built on the invention and application of innovative technologies, they deliver the C2 infrastructure necessary to effectively control security/military forces in any environment. Their reliable solutions assure information superiority, increased shared awareness, deep sensor reach, aircraft control, air defense, disaster management, and time-critical decision making.

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