Combat Systems Engineer II

Raytheon; San Diego (CA); Presencial; USD 76 000 - 144 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Relocation assistance

Resumo da oferta

Raytheon is seeking a Combat Systems Engineer II to join our Surface Radar team in San Diego, CA. You will apply your experience in system installation, activation, stage testing, and advanced troubleshooting on naval radar systems currently employed by the US Navy.

This onsite role requires US citizenship and an active security clearance; travel up to 30% including at-sea periods aboard US Navy ships is possible. Benefits and competitive salary are provided.

Qualificações

• Typically requires a STEM degree with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with combat system operation, radar installation, integration or troubleshooting.

Responsabilidades

• Serve as a technical member of the Shipboard Test Team with Navy and vendor stakeholders.
• Perform radar equipment installation, checkout, testing and reporting of results.
• Ensure upkeep and functionality of ship radar systems.

Conhecimentos

Radar system operation

Systems troubleshooting

Navy ship testing

Formação académica

STEM degree

Ferramentas

Red Hat Enterprise Linux

Networking (routing/switching)

MATLAB

Naval radar experience

Cisco CCNA / Red Hat OS certs

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Date Posted:

2026-08-24

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CA-SAN DIEGO-SD1 ~ 8650 Balboa Ave ~ SAN ANTONIO BLDG

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 San Diego, CA, 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.

Qualifications 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

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• Relocation Eligibility– Relocation assistance available

• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.
• 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.

The salary range for this role is 75,800 USD - 144,200 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.