Principal Electrical Engineer - Radar Computing and Network System Design

Raytheon; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

Raytheon in Massachusetts is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer for the Radar Digital Products Department to design and implement next‑gen radar systems using COTS computing and networking products. This 100% onsite role is located in Marlborough or Tewksbury, MA, and requires the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance (Secret).

The candidate will work with product leads and cross‑functional teams to design, test, and integrate COTS hardware, BIOS/OS configurations, and

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 8+ years of hardware/software experience including Unix/Linux.
• Experience developing and implementing computing, networking, and IT infrastructure.
• Experience taking a concept to a complete COTS-based hardware design and verification.
• Lab experience with standard test equipment (oscilloscopes, analyzers, emulators).
• Experience collaborating with hardware, supply chain, field engineering, and customers to deliver safety‑critical systems.

Responsibilities

• Design COTS hardware infrastructure systems (e.g. X86 processors).
• Research and select servers, workstations, add‑in cards, storage, and other COTS hardware.
• Engineer BIOS and operating system configuration definitions.
• Work in a lab with standard test equipment and data capture tools.
• Collaborate with hardware, supply chain, field engineering, on-site installation and customers to deliver safety‑critical systems.
• Support travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Skills

COTS hardware

Unix/Linux

Lab testing

Collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

MS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Processor bus analyzers

Emulators

Data capture tools

Job description

US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB1 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ ASSABET BLDG

Date Posted

2026-08-12

Country

United States of America

Location

US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB1 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ ASSABET BLDG

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: Secret

Security Clearance Status

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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 freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Radar Digital Products Department is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer with strong COTS computing and networking background to join our Hardware and Infrastructure team implementing the next generation RADAR solutions.

What You Will Do

The Principal Electrical Engineer will work with Product Leads and other team members on a variety of tasks related to the design and development of systems using Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) computing and networking products.

The Principal Electrical Engineer will work with a highly motivated team environment and collaborate with cross-functional project teams making up a larger program or support internal research and development efforts.

• Design COTS hardware infrastructure systems (e.g. X86-based processors)
• Research and selection of servers, workstations, add-in interface cards, storage devices, and other COTS hardware
• Engineer BIOS and operating system configuration definitions
• Work in a lab environment and operating standard test equipment including oscilloscopes, processor bus analyzers, emulators, and data capture tools, etc.
• Collaborate in development with hardware engineering disciplines, supply chain, suppliers, field engineering, on-site installation and trades, and Customers to develop and deliver safety critical systems
• Support occasional domestic travel and potential international travel

This position is 100% Onsite in Tewksbury or Marlborough, MA

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent discipline
• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in the following areas (an advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for two additional years of experience):
• Experience with emerging and legacy hardware and software, including Unix and Linux operating systems
• Experience developing and implementing computing, networking, and information technology infrastructure through a rigorous design and documentation process
• Experience with taking a system design concept from the block diagram or requirements level and developing a complete COTS-based hardware design and then verifying the design via integration and test plans and activities
• Experience working in a lab environment and operating standard test equipment including oscilloscopes, processor bus analyzers, emulators, and data capture tools, etc.
• Experience collaborating in development with hardware engineering disciplines, supply chain, suppliers, field engineering, on-site installation and trades, and Customers to develop and deliver safety critical systems

Qualifications We Prefer

• Masters degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or equivalent discipline
• Current or in-progress computing/networking certification(s) (e.g. CCNA, AWS, CISSP)
• Experience with RADAR system hardware
• Experience with Firewall design and configuration
• Experience implementing Security Technical Implementation Guides, network hardening, system level hardware integration and troubleshooting skills
• Experience with managing to a schedule and budget
• Active DoD security Clearance

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.

This position is eligible for relocation.

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.

Clearance Information

This position requires 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: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 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.