Combat Systems Engineer II

Prattwhitney; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

401(k) match

Relocation assistance

Flexible work schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX in Norfolk, VA is seeking a Combat Systems Engineer II to join the Surface Radar team. The role focuses on system installation, activation, testing, and troubleshooting of naval radar systems aboard ships, with travel up to 30% and on-site work at Norfolk Naval Station.

The candidate should have a STEM degree and 2+ years of experience in combat system operation, with preferred familiarity in SPY-1/SPY-3 radars, Red Hat Linux, MATLAB, and network troubleshooting. U.S.

Qualifications

• Requires a STEM degree and 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with combat system operation and maintenance, including radar installation, integration, or troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical member of the Shipboard Test Team and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Perform radar equipment installation, checkout, testing, and reporting of results; upgrade hardware/firmware; maintain records.
• Provide underway system support for at-sea test events and prepare status reports.

Skills

Radar systems operation

Network troubleshooting

System installation

Troubleshooting

Education

STEM degree

Tools

Red Hat Enterprise Linux

MATLAB

Cisco CCNA

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-24 Country: United States of America Location: US-VA-NORFOLK-NAVAL STATION-CUST ~ 1530 Gilbert Street ~ NAVAL STATION (External Site) Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance Type: Secret - Current Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

At RTX, the world’s largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Raytheon brings the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Raytheon is seeking a talented and motivated Combat Systems Engineer II to join our Surface Radar team within the Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities (SE&TC) Discipline, supporting the Ship Systems Integration & Sustainment portfolio of products. As a Systems Engineer you will apply your experience in system installation, configuration, activation, stage testing, and advanced troubleshooting working on the advanced Naval Radar systems currently employed by the US Navy. This position is based in Norfolk, VA, with exciting opportunities to conduct shipboard testing during ship system activations, testing, and at-sea periods.

What You Will Do

Serve as a technical member of the Shipboard Test Team, working with various stakeholders Systems Integration and System Test Management, Navy Agencies, Navy Labs, and key vendors. Perform various radar equipment installation, checkout, testing, reporting of results, Hardware and Firmware upgrades and maintain records as required. Ensure the upkeep and functionality of the Ship’s radar systems. Provide daily internal status reports to the area lead and key stakeholders. Establish and maintain relationships with engineering and customer representatives. Provide underway system support for at sea test events. Physical requirements of this position will include: the ability to work in confined spaces, climb stairs, lift and carry 35 lbs., work in an industrial environment, and live/work for short periods at sea. This position will require up to 30% travel to testing and activation locations, to include at-sea periods onboard US Navy Ships.

Qualifications

You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience with combat system operation and maintenance, including radar system installation, integration, and/or troubleshooting.

We Prefer

• Experience with SPY-1 or SPY-3 radar systems, including troubleshooting, operation, and corrective maintenance.
• 2+ years of experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux in operational or enterprise environments.
• 2+ years of experience with network troubleshooting, including routing, switching, and enclave connectivity.
• Industry certifications such as CISCO CCNA or Red Hat OS.
• Prior experience working aboard U.S. Naval ships.
• Familiarity with MATLAB for data analysis, modeling, or system performance evaluation.

What We Offer

• 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
• holidays
• relocation assistance
• annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs

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

Relocation Eligibility– Relocation assistance available

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. As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

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.

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RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.