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Date Posted:
2026-07-31Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-CO-AURORA-S75 ~ 16800 E Centretech Pkwy ~ BLDG S75Position Role Type:
OnsiteU.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 clearanceSecurity Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance: SecretSecurity Clearance Status:
Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start dateAt 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.
Every revolutionary invention begins with a simple electronic principle, proving small sparks can create massive change.
Raytheon's Hardware Electrical Engineering Team is looking for mid-career engineers who have electronics knowledge to support the design and test of electronic products and systems. Our bread and butter is all things “circuit cards”, and we want you to help us blaze the path!
We're growing fast and we want you to grow with us! We're expanding our engineering organization dramatically to meet exciting customer demand, and we're actively looking for engineers who bring strong foundational skills and a passion for solving hard problems. Industry experience in defense? Not required — we'll invest in you. If you meet the minimum qualifications, we want to talk. Apply today and take the next step in your engineering career.
What To Expect You Will Do
- Lead the design, analysis, test, and/or documentation of electronic circuits.
- Plan and execute integration and verification activities in engineering laboratories.
- Provide product test and troubleshoot support. Support root cause failure investigations.
- Define schedules for job tasking and drive execution to the planned budget and schedule.
- Lead individual designs and/or small teams.
- Operate with minimal oversight from manager.
- Support internal and external technical reviews.
- Engage in knowledge transfer activities and mentorship of junior engineers.
Qualifications You Must Have
- Requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience.
- Experience with any of the following: Power, analog, digital, and / or mixed signal circuit design or analysis and / or digital signal processing.
- Experience with analog laboratory equipment such as waveform generators, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and/or network analyzers.
- Experience with simulation software for circuit analysis or modeling.
Qualifications We Value
- Master's in Electrical Engineering
- Experience leading Root-Cause Corrective Action investigations.
- Experience leading electrical engineering design.
- Experience with any of the following tools: Mentor Graphics Designer, PSPICE, System
- Vision, MATLAB, Mathcad, IDL, Computer Simulation Technologies (CST), Microwave
- Design Studio, High Frequency Structure Simulator (HFSS), Advanced Design System (ADS), SABER RD, SIMPLIS, or xDX Designer.
- Design and/or Analysis experience with analog electronics design, including at least one of the following: Power supply topologies (buck, boost, buck-boost), FETs/BJTs, op-amp, high/low/band pass filters, clock/data termination, and comparator circuits.
- Experience with subsystems integration and test, problem investigation, Statistical Process Control (SPC) methods in achieving production yield improvements, technical writing, formal presentation, and implementing Engineering Change Notices.
- Experience leading or executing Electronics CAD layouts for printed wiring or circuit boards
- Self-starter who’s capable of working independently as well as with a small technical team. Providing technical oversight and direction, cost estimation, tracking & reporting, coordination, preparation of detailed technical team reports, and proposal support.
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams to achieve schedule, budget and technical commitments.
- Experience with project management tools such as Earned Value and/or Agile Execution.
- Proposal development experience.
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!
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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.
- Tucson, AZ: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-tucson,-az-location
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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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.
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Who's Hiring
- Northrop Grumman34

- Rivian9

- Raytheon9

- CesiumAstro8

- University of Texas at Austin5

Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing14
- Technology & Software13
- Education12
- Electronics & Hardware7
- Consulting & Professional Services5
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in senior electronics engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related discipline
- Five or more years of hands-on hardware design and verification experience
- Proficiency in PCB design tools such as Altium Designer, Cadence Allegro, or KiCad
- Experience with embedded systems development including microcontroller firmware integration
- Familiarity with signal integrity analysis, EMC compliance testing, and design-for-manufacturability
- Active or eligible security clearance for roles in defense and government contracting
Tips for Your Senior Electronics Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to hardware domains
Hiring managers in defense and aerospace scan for domain-specific keywords like schematic capture, FPGA design, or signal integrity analysis. Mirror the exact terminology from each job posting in your resume bullets, because applicant tracking systems filter on tool and domain names before a human reads your file.
Quantify design outcomes not just responsibilities
Replace vague statements like 'led PCB design' with measurable results such as reducing board layer count by a specific amount or cutting power consumption on a product revision. Senior-level roles expect evidence that your engineering decisions produced tangible outcomes, not just that you performed tasks.
Filter openings by required clearance level
Many senior electronics engineer roles in defense and government contracting require an active security clearance, which can eliminate candidates mid-process. Sort openings by clearance requirement early so you target roles you can actually start within a realistic timeline.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists senior electronics engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a technical portfolio with schematics
Many hiring teams for senior electronics engineers request work samples before or during the interview loop. Compile two or three representative projects showing your schematic, layout decisions, and test results, redacting any proprietary details, so you can share them quickly when asked.
Negotiate start dates around tape-out schedules
In semiconductor and ASIC roles, teams structure headcount around tape-out windows. Asking your recruiter where the team sits in the design cycle signals product awareness and gives you leverage to negotiate a start date that lets you contribute from day one rather than joining mid-crunch.
Senior Electronics Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most senior electronics engineers?
The companies hiring the most senior electronics engineers right now include Northrop Grumman, Rivian, and Raytheon, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Defense contractors, semiconductor firms, and medical device manufacturers consistently account for the highest volume of senior-level postings.
How many senior electronics engineer jobs are remote?
About 17% of senior electronics engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which is lower than most software roles because hardware work often requires lab access, prototype handling, and in-person bring-up sessions. Sub-areas like firmware integration, simulation, and documentation review tend to offer the most remote flexibility within the discipline.
How do you become a senior electronics engineer?
You typically start with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, then build several years of hands-on experience in a hardware-focused role covering schematic design, PCB layout, and bring-up and validation. Progressing to senior level requires owning complete design cycles end to end, mentoring junior engineers, and demonstrating that your decisions shaped a product's performance or reliability in measurable ways.
How do you get hired as a senior electronics engineer with limited experience?
Focus on roles at smaller companies or startups where engineers own broader design scope earlier, which builds the full-cycle experience that senior titles require. A portfolio showing personal or open-source hardware projects with documented design decisions, test results, and iterations can offset a shorter professional history when your resume reaches a hiring engineer rather than an automated screen.
What does the senior electronics engineer interview process look like?
The process usually starts with a recruiter screen, followed by a technical phone interview covering fundamentals like analog circuit analysis, power supply design, or signal integrity. A take-home design exercise or work sample review is common at the senior level. Final rounds typically include a loop with the hardware team, a systems architect, and sometimes a hiring manager focused on cross-functional collaboration and project ownership.
Where can I find and apply to senior electronics engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to senior electronics engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing from the same place, without having to track openings across multiple sources.
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