Principal Radar Systems Engineer

Pratt & Whitney; United States; Remote; USD 101,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney is seeking a Principal Radar Systems Engineer for their Air Traffic Control Primary Surveillance Radar team. This remote position involves systems engineering, radar optimization, and the incorporation of AI techniques in radar systems. Candidates must have applicable STEM degrees and significant engineering experience. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

Parental leave

Paid time off and holidays

Qualifications

• Typically requires 8 years relevant experience or 5 with an advanced degree.
• Experience as a radar systems engineer is required.
• Experience with ATC Radar Secondary Surveillance systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop optimization strategies for radar product line.
• Conduct data analysis and develop related documentation.
• Support engineering staff with technical issues.

Skills

Radar signal data processing

Radar optimization

Data analysis

Technical decision-making

Education

Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)

Advanced Degree in related field

Tools

DOORs Next Gen

Cameo Enterprise Architect

Rational Rhapsody

AI/Machine Learning

Agile/Scrum

Atlassian Jira/Confluence

Job description

Date Posted:

2025-06-17

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HVA99: Field Office - VA Remote Location, Remote City, VA, 23218 USA

Position Role Type:

Remote

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

The company will offer immigration sponsorship for this position, if needed. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.

Security Clearance:

None/Not Required

Our Air Traffic Systems (ATS) Systems Engineering Department has an immediate opportunity for a Principal Radar Systems Engineer to join our Air Traffic Control Primary Surveillance Radar team.

This position is a systems engineering position related to integration, optimization, test and acceptance of new and existing technologies.This position will be responsible for applying specialized knowledge and expertise in radar signal data processing and radar optimization for supporting the designs and specifications to meet specific operational requirements.

What You Will Do:

• Develop an optimization strategy for the next generation radar product line
• Develop a path for the incorporation of Machine Learning, AI to improve the optimization process
• Manage and/or generate systems engineering related documentation of legacy and newly developed products (design memos, specifications, diagrams, Interface Control Documents, test requirements/plans, optimization procedures) in support of projects.
• Perform Data analysis, including development of various analysis tools
• Make informed technical decisions to drive project success and conduct various technical analyses to support decision making process
• Perform trade studies and make recommendations with respect to insertion of new technologies and algorithms on our roadmap to meet required capability advances.
• Support the planning, execution and documenting of formal qualification tests
• Perform job analysis to estimate engineering effort required for specific tasks and projects.
• Support other engineering staff with system engineering related technical issues.
• Global travel to visit customer or supplier sites for short periods of times is required

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
• 8 or more years of experience in a systems engineering
• 2 of more years of experience as a radar systems engineer
• Experience with ATC Radar Secondary Surveillance systems

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with MBSE tools: DOORs Next Gen, Cameo Enterprise Architect, or Rational Rhapsody
• Experience with AI/Machine Learning, Modeling and Simulation Applications, Agile/Scrum, and Atlassian Jira/Confluence
• Experience in cost estimation and generation of government technical proposals; preparation of Basis of Estimates (BOEs)

Learn More & Apply Now!

Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from aircraft and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time. Start your application today.

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed.
*Position is remote; however, if you live within a reasonable commute of a Collins site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

The salary range for this role is 101,000 USD - 203,000 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.

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