Principal Systems Engineer - Patriot Communications

Prattwhitney; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 107,500 - 204,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Paid time off

Job summary

Prattwhitney is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer for Land Warfare and Missile Defense Systems based in Andover, Massachusetts. The role focuses on developing and testing communication hardware, along with providing technical support for the global Patriot Communications System.

The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in STEM and at least eight years of experience in software development, particularly in Python. Comprehensive benefits are provided, including medical, 401(k) matching, and flexible work schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in STEM required; minimum eight years of relevant experience.
• Experience in software application development using Python or similar.
• Knowledge of cyber-secure communications and VoIP systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and test communications hardware in lab settings.
• Design and optimize network architectures for the Patriot system.
• Provide technical support for worldwide users of the system.

Skills

Software application development in Python

IP networking

Cyber-security communications

Mentorship and team leadership

Automated testing development

Voice over IP communication

Education

Bachelor’s or higher degree in STEM

Tools

Linux operating systems

CCNA Certification

CCNP Certification

Job description

Position

Principal Systems Engineer – Land Warfare and Missile Defense Systems (LWMDS)

Location: Andover, MA, USA

Job Type: Onsite – U.S. Citizen only. Requires active and transferable DoD Secret security clearance prior to start.

Salary Range: $107,500 – $204,500. USD.

Responsibilities

• Hands‑on development and testing in labs with communications hardware.
• Design and optimize IP communications network architectures for Patriot system.
• Develop configurations and settings for communication devices across various hardware.
• Create orchestration and automation solutions for software management of the communication system.
• Develop software in Python for the custom Patriot Communications System management application.
• Provide ongoing technical support to worldwide Patriot Communications System users.
• Assist in development and mentoring of new team members; foster knowledge sharing and team growth.
• Provide technical leadership to a small engineering team supporting software application development for an individual Patriot program(s).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics).
• Minimum eight years of relevant experience.
• Experience in software application development using Python or comparable language.
• Experience with Patriot Program (or similar) system design, integration, and sustainment.
• Experience with Voice over IP (VoIP) communication design, configuration, and integration.
• Knowledge of cyber‑secure communications design, configuration, and integration.
• Experience developing and deploying software on cyber‑hardened Linux operating systems.
• Experience with automated hardware and software test development.
• IP networking certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP) is a plus.

Benefits

Eligible for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, parental leave, paid time off and holidays. Additional benefits may apply depending on business unit and collective‑bargaining agreement. Short‑term and long‑term incentive compensation programs may be available.

EEO Statement

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 protected class. RTX provides affirmative action 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.