Principal Systems Engineer

Raytheon Technologies Corporation; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 101,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Systems Engineer to join their innovative team in Huntsville. This role involves tackling complex challenges in missile defense systems and collaborating with diverse stakeholders. You will play a crucial part in defining requirements and ensuring the successful integration of advanced technologies. With a commitment to safety and innovation, this opportunity offers a chance to contribute to national defense while advancing your career in a dynamic environment. If you have a passion for engineering and a desire to make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

Qualifications

• 8+ years of engineering experience in a related field.
• Experience with Missile Defense Systems or other systems engineering.

Responsibilities

• Perform Systems Engineering activities on various programs.
• Develop requirements and maintain Interface Description Documents.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Missile Defense Systems

Requirements Development

Collaboration Skills

Data Analysis

Modeling & Simulation

Control Account Management

Strong Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Advanced degree in EE, CE, Physics, Math, ME, Aerospace

Tools

DOORs

Job description

Date Posted:

2025-04-29

Country:

United States of America

Location:

AL200: 401 Jan Davis Drive Huntsville 401 Jan Davis Drive , Huntsville, AL, 35806 USA

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:

DoD Clearance: Secret

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring 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. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

The Systems Engineering Directorate is the central focus for Mission Systems Integration activities within Raytheon, responsible for defining customer needs, functional and product architecture, requirements definition and decomposition, Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), system performance, and System Security Engineering (SSE).

The Land Warfare and Missile Defense Systems (LWMDS) Department supports Raytheon by providing world class technical expertise and engineering leadership to drive the design and development of world-class Air and Missile Defense Systems, Sensors, and Effectors. The LWMDS department leads all aspects of Systems Engineering that drive the development of complex systems to support Raytheon’s Land and Air Defense Systems (L&ADS) and Strategic Missile Defense (SMD) business areas from our Huntsville, AL location. LWMDS Department Systems Engineers solve technical challenges at the System of System (SoS), System, Subsystem, and Component levels. Key technical domains include: Architecture, Requirements, Interface Definition, Radar Systems, Effector Systems, Battle Management, Command and Control, Communications, Network Design, and Battlespace Integration and Interoperability for Domestic and International customers.

Responsibilities to Anticipate:

• You will perform Systems Engineering activities and Control Account Management activities on one or more of our programs.

• Support various programs such as Air and Missile Defense Capability (AMDC), Tier Air and Missile Defense Sensor (LTAMDS), Radar Development Contract (RDC), Standard Missile, and other sensor or effector programs.

• You will be responsible for developing requirements and updating and/or maintaining Interface Description Documents.

• Collaborate with other stakeholders such as customers and engineers from outside of Raytheon.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related STEM degree and eight (8) years of engineering experience

• Experience with Missile Defense Systems or other systems engineering experience

• 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.

Qualifications We Value:

• Advanced degree in EE, CE, Physics, Math, ME, Aerospace.

• Detailed Knowledge of Integrated Air and Missile Defense systems including radar, interceptor, Command and Control systems

• Detailed knowledge of Integrated Air and Missile Defense Battle Command System (IBCS)

• Experience using DOORs

• Strong collaboration skills

• Control Account Management Experience

• Strong written and verbal communications skills

• Modeling & Simulation development experience

• Data analysis

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.

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Clearance Information: 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 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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