2026 Modeling Simulation & Analysis Engineer II - Onsite

Prattwhitney; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Prattwhitney is seeking an engineer to develop the next generation of defense technologies and weapons systems in Tucson, AZ. The role requires an active Secret clearance and a Master’s degree in a STEM field.

You will collaborate within a team to execute simulations and analyze data to inform system performance. Ideal candidates will have experience in object-oriented programming and a strong knowledge of physics and modeling.

Benefits include medical coverage, a 401(k) match, and flexible work schedules.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related STEM field is required.
• Experience with object-oriented software design and data evaluation tools.
• Must have a Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Execute simulations in a high-performance computing environment.
• Collaborate on data analyses for missile system performance.
• Ensure solutions meet requirements through verification and validation.

Skills

Object-oriented software design

C++ or C

MATLAB

Python

Simulation

Education

Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or related field

Tools

Linux

Unix

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-04-06 | Country: United States of America | Location: 9020 S Rita Rd, Tucson, AZ

Job Summary

Raytheon engineers develop the next generation of defense technologies that support our military and protect our nation and allies. We leverage simulation‑driven virtual environments to create cutting‑edge weapons systems and AI/ML solutions. This onsite role in Tucson, AZ requires an active U.S. government issued Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship.

What You Will Do

• Execute and analyze simulations in a high‑performance computing environment, including GPU usage, to support missile system design, trade studies, performance assessment, and system testing.
• Collaborate within a team to develop data analyses for specific tasks and provide insight into system performance, troubleshooting anomalies observed in simulation results.
• Ensure solutions meet defined requirements through rigorous verification and validation, utilizing data from system‑level flight testing.

Qualifications

Must Have

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related STEM field.
• Experience applying object‑oriented software design in C++ or C, and using MATLAB or Python for data evaluation.
• Experience developing or simulating physical systems.
• Experience modeling, simulation, statistics, or analysis for existing or proposed engineering solutions.
• 12 months or less of relevant professional work experience (excluding internships).
• Active, transferable U.S. government issued Secret clearance required prior to start date; U.S. citizenship required.

Preferred

• College coursework covering object‑oriented programming with proficiency in Linux or Unix.
• Knowledge of radar, signal & image processing, digital communications, control theories, estimation theory, and/or electro optics.
• Knowledge of physics, random variables, and their application to solving engineering problems.
• Minimum 3.00 cumulative GPA.
• ABET accreditation preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance and long‑term and short‑term disability coverage
• 401(k) match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Flexible work schedules and employee assistance program
• Employee scholar program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays

Equal Opportunity

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 protected class. RTX provides affirmative action 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.