Wireless/RF Engineer I

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San Jose, CA, USA
Hybrid
81K-101K Annually
Junior
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Cloud • Machine Learning • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
In an era of dynamic change, Aerospace is addressing the most complex challenges in space.
The Role
Support manufacturing and continuous improvement of microwave/RF subsystems. Troubleshoot yield and throughput issues, perform root-cause analysis on field returns, interface with suppliers, lead new product introduction teams, maintain production communication and documentation, and drive continuous improvement projects.
Summary Generated by Built In

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.

Report to: Wireless/RF Engineering Manager

Location: San Jose, CA

Work Schedule: 9/80 work week

You will also support the manufacturing and continuous improvement of microwave and RF subsystems. To meet our customers’ exacting requirements, the Manufacturing Electrical Engineering team plays a critical role in our success.

Responsibilities:

  • Evaluate hands-on resolution of technical issues that affect product yield or throughput.
  • Interface technically with suppliers, analyze field return failures, and apply root cause problem solving
  • Drive continuous product improvement projects.
  • Project lead new product introduction teams.
  • Maintain daily communication with the production team and ensure all technical issues are being addressed.
  • Participate in customer visits and teleconferences.
  • Develop and maintain documentation.
Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in technical disciplines such as the sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics.
  •  1 year directly related Manufacturing Engineering experience with RF/microware circuits.
  • This position requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export laws. In order to be eligible for this position, you must be a “US Person” under US export laws (or eligible for approval under a U.S. Government export license.)
  • Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance.

WE VALUE

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.
  • Knowledge of microwave circuits, including amplifiers, filters, frequency multipliers, high power limiters, oscillators, switches, and mixers. 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Familiarity with production processes such as lean Six Sigma, continuous improvement, and SPC.

Salary Range: $80,845 - $101,085. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base bay. Applicable pay within the posted range may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, geographical location, job function of the position, education, and experience of the successful candidate. 


U.S. PERSON REQUIREMENTS 

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 an individual who has protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.


BENEFITS OF WORKING AT 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

Explore your benefits: https://honeywellaerospacebenefits.com/


ABOUT HONEYWELL AEROSPACE

Honeywell Aerospace products and services are found on aircraft across commercial aviation, defense and space. We operate through three business areas:

• Electronic Solutions develops the avionics, navigation systems, sensors and electromagnetic defense technology on board 90% of the world's aircraft

• Engines & Power Systems provides the propulsion, auxiliary power and electrical systems that keep those aircraft flying

• Control Systems supplies the thermal and motion control systems that support takeoff, landing and the safety of everyone on board

With approximately 58,000 employees worldwide and net sales of $17.4B in 2025, we are also advancing systems for autonomous and supersonic platforms — bringing the same focus on safety and efficiency to the next era of flight. Explore our businesses: https://www.honeywellaerospace.com

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. Job Posting Date: June 26, 2026.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in sciences, technology, engineering, or mathematics
  • 1 year directly related Manufacturing Engineering experience with RF/microwave circuits
  • US Person status required under US export laws (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or protected status)
  • Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
  • Knowledge of microwave circuits including amplifiers, filters, frequency multipliers, high power limiters, oscillators, switches, and mixers
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Familiarity with production processes such as Lean Six Sigma, continuous improvement, and SPC

The Aerospace Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about The Aerospace Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by The Aerospace Corporation.

  • Retirement Support The 401(k) plan provides a company‑paid contribution of 8–12% based on years of service with immediate eligibility and vesting, and eligible employees can access retiree medical benefits.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Paid time off includes 15 vacation days (rising to 20 after five years), nine paid holidays, and unlimited sick time for exempt employees with accruals for non‑exempt staff.
  • Flexible Benefits Flexible work models include a 9/80 schedule with alternating Fridays off, supported by backup care services, an EAP, relocation assistance, and home‑office stipends where applicable.

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The Company
HQ: Chantilly, VA
4,600 Employees
Year Founded: 1960

What We Do

The space enterprise has been transformed by rapid change and growth. New vehicles for national security space, a more rapid launch cadence, proliferated satellite constellations, the pursuit of interplanetary exploration, and thriving commercial ventures are changing the nature of the space industry. The Aerospace Corporation (Aerospace) is a leading architect for U.S. space programs, shaping efforts to outpace threats to our national security while cultivating the technologies needed to further this new era of space commercialization and exploration. Aerospace works across the space enterprise in service of the public interest. In addition to supporting the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community, our customers include NASA, NOAA, numerous federal agencies, and commercial space — all of whom benefit from our deep technical knowledge. We only pursue business related to the space mission and complementary fields, operating as the nation’s trusted partner to solve the toughest challenges and develop reliable and innovative technologies. Innovation in space occurs when people have the freedom to imagine and do. At Aerospace, we take pride in our readiness to solve some of the most complex challenges in the space enterprise.

Why Work With Us

We are a non-profit corporation chartered by the government to work on the hardest problems in space. We employ technical experts in every discipline of space-related science and engineering who touch every part of the US space program. Come join us as we make an impact bigger than ourselves.

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