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RF Antenna Engineer II

Honeywell Aerospace

  • Lansdale, PA
  • 3 days ago

    Highlights

    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. A wide range of antenna products and subsystems spanning 3 MHz to 110 GHz are developed and manufactured at this site spanning narrow band patch antennas to 50:1 broad band antenna for low power and high-power applications.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationLansdale, PA
    IndustryTravel, Transportation and Tourism
    Company Size10,000 employees or more
    Year Founded1914
    Websitehttp://aerospace.honeywell.com/

    Description

    As a Engr II Wireless/ RF Engineer specializing in Antenna Technology at Honeywell Aerospace (HONA), your technical contributions in Antenna Design and Development will have a significant impact on the company. Your primary role will be in the design and development of advanced Defense antenna products in support of Electronic Warfare systems for land, sea and air. Additional activity will include supporting the broader aerospace business of HONA.

    Your knowledge and experience of Electromagnetics as applied to aperture design, simulation, development and test and creative problem-solving skills will enable HONA to develop cutting-edge products to support the warfighter and needs of our customers. Your collaboration with the engineering and manufacturing team to satisfy customer requirements and provide innovative solutions will strengthen our relationships and drive customer satisfaction.

    You will report directly to our Antenna Engineering Manager, and you'll work at our Lansdale, PA location with an On-site work 9/80 schedule.

    The technology and business at this site have over 75 years of development of antenna products and subsystems for defense applications. The site includes over a dozen antenna test facilities including seven (7) anechoic chambers, Compact range, Nearfield scanner and multiple outdoor ranges. Additionally, the site includes specialty antenna test and tune stations, Load Chambers and High-Power test facilities for both room temperature and wide ranging environmentally testing of antennas. A wide range of antenna products and subsystems spanning 3 MHz to 110 GHz are developed and manufactured at this site spanning narrow band patch antennas to 50:1 broad band antenna for low power and high-power applications.

    In this role as a Engr II Wireless RF Engineer specializing in Antenna technology at HONA, your impact will be significant. You will be at the forefront of developing and implementing cutting-edge antenna technologies that have a direct impact on the organization and its customers. Your work will contribute to the advancement of aperture products, enabling smarter and more efficient military and commercial aerospace systems.

    In this dynamic environment you will participate in designing, developing and testing sophisticated Antennas and RF feeds used in a wide variety of Aerospace and Defense applications, providing protection to our warfighters. The successful candidate will have a solid theoretical background in Electromagnetics and RF/Microwave theory and will also have creative skills to bring a product from concept to field use.

    YOU MUST HAVE

    • Bachelor''s Degree in Electrical Engineering
    • Academics in Electromagnetics, RF and/or Antenna
    • 3 years' experience in RF/Microwave Antenna design
    • 3 years' experience with Antenna simulation software HFSS, CST, GRASP, WIPL, and MATLAB
    • 1 year experience with RF measurements including VSWR, Insertion Loss, Phase, Coupling, Pattern and Gain measurements, etc.
    • Experience operating PC using standard applications such as MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Project, etc.
    • Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

    WE VALUE

    • Desired Advanced Engineering degrees like EE (Electrical Engineering), ME (Mechanical Engineering) etc.
    • Academics in Electromagnetics, RF and Antenna
    • Experience in RF/Microwave Antenna design
    • Experience with Antenna simulation software HFSS, CST, GRASP, WIPL, and MATLAB
    • Experience with RF measurements including VSWR, Insertion Loss, Phase, Coupling, Pattern and Gain measurements, etc.
    • Experience operating PC using standard applications such as Word, Excel, Power Point, Project, etc.
    • Academics in Electromagnetics, RF and Antenna
    • Knowledge of RF/Microwave Antenna design
    • Knowledge of RF measurements including VSWR, Insertion Loss, Phase, Coupling, Pattern and Gain measurements, etc.
    • Modeling of RF/Microwave Antennas and elements from 3 MHz to 110 GHz, for a variety of applications utilizing computer design tools such as HFSS, ADS, AWR, CST, GRASP, WIPL, and MATLAB
    • RF Materials
    • Military documentation configuration and control general knowledge
    • Knowledge of RF system considerations such as path loss calculation, cascade noise figure, and intercept point
    • Strong analytical and test skills
    • Strong writing and interpersonal skills.
    • Multitask and adjust to changing priorities.
    • Strong communication skills both verbally and in written format.
    • Ability to work in a technical team on antenna centric development programs with cross functional group of Mechanical, Electrical, System and R&M engineers.
    • Ability to document technical information with applications to Performance Compliance, White Papers, Technical proposal documents.
    • Good presentation skills for internal and customer meetings, reviews, and updates

    U.S. PERSON REQUIREMENT

    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

    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

    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.

    ABOUT 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, August 17, 2026

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    • Design and modeling of RF/Microwave Antennas and elements from 3 MHz to 110 GHz, for a variety of applications utilizing computer design tools such as HFSS, ADS, AWR, CST, GRASP, WIPL, and MATLAB
    • Microstrip, Horn, Spiral, Dipole, Blade, Patch, Reflector antenna and Interferometers / AESA antenna element design and fabrication including product qualification and support to production and technical proposals
    • Work with other engineers and advisors to support our varied antenna products and subsystems, (CNI, Munitions, Missile, Electronic Warfare, Situational Awareness & Self-protection, Interferometers, AESA and other) antenna products and development
    • Design, analysis and test of RF/Microwave Antennas, hybrids, feed structures, filters and elements for a variety of applications
    • Documentation of design elements, antenna test procedures and support to Mechanical Engineering for design/drafting and R&M engineering.
    • Set up and operational testing and evaluation of engineering hardware in a laboratory environment
    • Part Time Travel (less than 10%) expected to support across sites for production support, as well as customer meetings, trade shows, etc.
    • Preparation and presentation of customer support meetings such as TIMs, PDRs, CDRs, etc.
    • Design and modeling of RF/Microwave Antennas and elements from 3 MHz to 110 GHz, for a variety of applications utilizing computer design tools such as HFSS, ADS, AWR, CST, GRASP, WIPL, and MATLAB
    • Microstrip, Horn, Spiral, Dipole, Blade, Patch, Reflector antenna and Interferometers / AESA antenna element design and fabrication including product qualification and support to production and technical proposals
    • Work with other engineers and advisors to support our varied antenna products and subsystems, (CNI, Munitions, Missile, Electronic Warfare, Situational Awareness & Self-protection, Interferometers, AESA and other) antenna products and development
    • Design, analysis and test of RF/Microwave Antennas, hybrids, feed structures, filters and elements for a variety of applications
    • Documentation of design elements, antenna test procedures and support to Mechanical Engineering for design/drafting and R&M engineering.
    • Set up and operational testing and evaluation of engineering hardware in a laboratory environment
    • Part Time Travel (less than 10%) expected to support across sites for production support, as well as customer meetings, trade shows, etc.
    • Preparation and presentation of customer support meetings such as TIMs, PDRs, CDRs, etc.

    About Company

    Honeywell Aerospace innovates and integrates thousands of products and services to advance and easily deliver safe, efficient, productive and comfortable experiences worldwide.


    Our History

    The first autopilot in 1914, Charles Lindbergh’s first successful solo flight across the Atlantic in 1927, Amelia Earhart’s landmark flight in 1932, and the world’s first sonic boom in 1947, were all made possible because of aviation technology developed by Honeywell and its legacy companies.

    During World War II, the groundbreaking cabin pressurization system developed by Garrett, Honeywell’s integrated C-1 autopilot, and the Norden bombsight made high-altitude bombing first feasible. Sperry instruments and navigation gear, Bendix electronics, carburetors, wheels, and brakes, and Grimes lighting systems were widely used on World War II aircraft. These innovations were later implemented successfully in civilian aircraft, helping the post-war boom in passenger travel.

    In the 1950’s, Honeywell Aerospace and its legacy companies changed the face of flying with the development of the first gas-turbine engines and the ring laser gyroscope, which dramatically changed guidance and navigation forever. Sperry brought computer technology to the cockpit with electronic flight instrument systems, flight management systems and other digital technology, and Bendix introduced the first commercial weather radar system.Today, Honeywell Aerospace continues to innovate in the frontier of flight safety with traffic alert and collision avoidance technologies, the AlliedSignal Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System, and systems that help pilots avoid severe weather and hazards such as lightning and wind shear. We at Honeywell Aerospace are proud of our contributions to aviation history, but we’re just as proud of the history we’re making today.

    We have created the state-of-the-art integrated Aircraft Environment Surveillance System for the Airbus A380, and our advanced flight management, power distribution, pneumatic, and landing systems will help A380 operators reach new heights of performance and efficiency.

    We are a leading supplier of products and systems for Boeing commercial airplanes, and our integrated avionics system for the Boeing 777 sets a new technology and reliability standard. Today, we are part of the team working to define technology concepts for the next Boeing airplane, the super-efficient 777.

    The general, experimental, and light business aviation industries also turn to our respected Bendix/King range of communication and navigation avionics, weather radars, flight controls, flight information services, and other products and services that help make flying safer, more affordable, and more enjoyable.

    Honeywell Aerospace continues to work to improve the capabilities of military forces, developing systems that power unmanned vehicles, avionics for jet fighters, weapon sensors for precision targeting, and upgrades that extend the lives of proven aircraft and vehicles. We’re part of the Lockheed Martin team working on the Joint Strike Fighter program, and we’re proposing a wide range of systems for the Army’s Future Combat System.

    For more than 40 years, Honeywell technology has helped with the exploration and creation of opportunities in space. Our products have been integral to Neil Armstrong’s first step on the moon, and to every manned mission to space since. Today, the Space Shuttle is equipped with Honeywell’s Multifunction Electronic Display Subsystem, and we’re reaching into the future of space technology, with our work for the anticipated shuttle successor, the Orbital Space Plane, the International Space Station, and our contributions toward creating a permanent orbiting scientific laboratory and workspace.

    As powered flight begins its second century, Honeywell Aerospace continues to make history with leading technology, reliable products and systems, superior service, and dedicated employees. The contributions of Honeywell, its legacy companies, and five generations of employees, have advanced the science of aviation to make flying the world’s safest form of transportation, while helping to protect our nation and explore the universe. We look forward to continuing our long tradition of developing and delivering innovative aviation systems that meet the current, and anticipate the future, needs of the customer.

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