Algorithm Principal Systems Engineer

Prattwhitney; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 107,500 - 204,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Relocation assistance

Job summary

RTX in Plano, Texas seeks an Algorithm Principal Systems Engineer to lead algorithm development and analysis across multiple programs. The role requires UNIX/Linux proficiency and strong C/C++ and MATLAB/Python data analysis skills, with eligibility for a Top Secret clearance.

You will guide a small team of analysts, support senior engineering leaders, and contribute to advanced sensor programs while ensuring rigorous technical direction and project execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline such as engineering, physics, or mathematics.
• Eight+ years of documented work and/or academic experience in algorithm development.
• Experience in signal processing, image processing, detection theory or ML.
• UNIX/Linux proficiency and programming in C/C++ and MATLAB or Python for data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support algorithm development and analysis activities across multiple programs and internal R&D efforts within the Advanced Sensor Programs portfolio.
• Provide technical direction to a small team of algorithm analysts.
• Support the chief engineer and the lead systems engineer.

Skills

Signal processing

C/C++

Python

MATLAB

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Algorithm Principal Systems Engineer – Plano, Texas

Onsite, U.S. Citizens only (Top Secret security clearance required).

Salary range: 107,500 USD – 204,500 USD.

Responsibilities

• Support algorithm development and analysis activities across multiple programs and internal research & development efforts within the Advanced Sensor Programs portfolio.
• Provide technical direction to a small team of algorithm analysts.
• Support the chief engineer and the lead systems engineer.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline such as engineering, physics, or mathematics.
• Eight (8) years or more of documented work and/or academic experience in algorithm development.
• Experience in signal processing algorithms or models, image processing algorithms or models, detection theory or machine learning.
• UNIX/Linux proficiency and proven programming skills in C/C++ and MATLAB or Python for data analysis.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government‑issued security clearance (Top Secret).

Preferred

• Top Secret security clearance (current).
• Experience developing signal‑processing algorithms for airborne surveillance applications, signal and image processing, digital communications, detection and estimation theory, or AI/ML and training techniques.
• Strong mathematical modeling and problem‑solving abilities.
• Experience with real‑time programming, software change‑management tools and processes.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary engineering teams and providing subject‑matter guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, long‑term disability.
• 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, paid time off and holidays.
• Employee assistance program, employee scholar program, parental leave, flexible work schedules.
• Eligibility for annual short‑term and long‑term incentive compensation programs.

Relocation

Eligible for relocation assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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 individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.