Principal Systems Engineer: IP Networks & Python (Defense)

Raytheon; Andover (MA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Raytheon seeks a Principal Systems Engineer in a hybrid role in Andover, MA to drive design and development of air and missile defense communication systems. You will lead systems and software activities across MBSE, SSE, and product lifecycle, addressing warfighter needs with robust engineering solutions.

The role requires strong Python and IP networking expertise, hands-on lab work, and leadership of a small team focusing on Patriot program software and system integration.

Qualifications

• Requires STEM degree and 8 years of relevant experience.
• Software development experience using Python or similar language.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on work in labs with communications hardware for development, testing, troubleshooting, and support.
• Design and optimize IP network architectures for Patriot communications systems.
• Develop device configurations across a wide range of hardware.
• Create orchestration and automation to manage software and devices.
• Provide technical support for Patriot Communication Systems worldwide.
• Mentor new team members and foster knowledge sharing.
• Provide technical leadership to a small team supporting Patriot program software.

Skills

IP networks

Python programming

Systems engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

VoIP configurations

Linux

Cybersecurity

Job description

Raytheon seeks a Principal Systems Engineer in a hybrid role in Andover, MA to drive design and development of air and missile defense communication systems. You will lead systems and software activities across MBSE, SSE, and product lifecycle, addressing warfighter needs with robust engineering solutions.

The role requires strong Python and IP networking expertise, hands-on lab work, and leadership of a small team focusing on Patriot program software and system integration.