Algorithm Systems Engineer II (Onsite)

Raytheon; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation eligible

Job summary

Raytheon NAS in Plano, TX seeks an Algorithm Systems Engineer I to provide technical algorithm support for several programs within the Advanced Sensor family. You will work with a team of engineers on-site in the Airborne Surveillance RF department to analyze performance and develop algorithms.

Required: Master’s in STEM by start date; experience in signal or image processing, detection theory or ML; UNIX/Linux and programming in C/C++ with MATLAB or Python. U.S.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in STEM completed by start date.
• Experience in Signal Processing Algorithms or Models, Image Processing Algorithms or Models, Detection Theory or Machine Learning.
• Experience with UNIX/Linux and demonstrated programming skills in C or C++ and using MATLAB or Python for data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Performance analysis, algorithm development, algorithm analysis, trade study generation, statistical modeling, performance processing and predictions, and data analysis for complex systems using Raytheon Engineering processes and practices.
• Related day-to-day duties include participating in peer reviews and resolving identified technical problems.
• Interfacing with team lead and engineers daily; providing task progress status updates and work products to the team lead.

Skills

UNIX/Linux

C/C++

MATLAB

Python

Education

Master’s Degree in STEM

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Location:

US-TX-PLANO-465 ~ 465 Independence Pkwy ~ INDEPENDENCE

Date Posted:

2026-09-15

Country:

United States of America

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Top Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co‑ops and full‑time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.

Raytheon’s Naval Airborne Systems (NAS), a sub strategic business unit within Naval Power, seeks an Algorithm Systems Engineer I to provide technical algorithm support and analysis to several programs or Internal Research and Development (IRAD) efforts on the family of Advanced Sensor Programs. The position will reside in the Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities Center within the Airborne Surveillance RF department. This systems engineer will work amongst other Systems Engineers on‑site and will support the chief engineer and lead systems engineer.

This is an Entry Level Role onsite in Plano, TX

What You Will Do:

• Specific duties may include performance analysis, algorithm development, algorithm analysis, trade study generation, statistical modeling, performance processing and predictions, and data analysis for complex systems using Raytheon Engineering processes and practices.

Related day-to-day duties include participating in peer reviews and resolving identified technical problems.

This individual will interface with their team lead, team members, and related engineers on a daily basis, conduct or participate in customer and/or program presentations, and provide task progress status updates and work products to the team lead.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Master’s Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) obtained by start date
• Experience in any of the following areas: Signal Processing Algorithms or Models, Image Processing Algorithms or Models, Detection Theory or Machine Learning
• Experience with UNIX/Linux and demonstrated computer programming skills in C or C++ and using MATLAB or Python for data analysis

Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Preferred majors: Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics or Math (STEM)
• Strong mathematical modeling and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience developing signal processing algorithms for airborne surveillance applications, signal & image processing, digital communications, detection and estimation theory, or AI/ML and training techniques.
• Experience with Real-time Programming, software change management tools and processes.
• Current Department of War Secret or Top-Secret Clearance
• Prior internship, co‑op, or work 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.
• Relocation eligible

• 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.

This position requires ability to obtain a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: Security Clearance FAQs - United States Department of State

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 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.