Principal Systems Engineer, Radar Test Engineer - Ground Based Radar Systems

RTX; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Benefits package

Job summary

RTX Corporation in Woburn, MA is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to lead the development of GBR architectures and requirements, update architectures, document system interfaces, and define verification approaches. You will collaborate with software and integration teams, guiding radar solutions from concept to test.

The ideal candidate holds a STEM degree with 8+ years in radar or systems engineering, with hands‑on experience in radar signal processing, MATLAB, Python, and Linux.

Qualifications

• Degree in STEM and 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with radar systems and related engineering areas.
• Experience with radar signal processing, signal modeling, or processing theory.
• Experience with MATLAB, Python, and Linux OS.

Responsibilities

• Lead GBR architectures and requirements definition, incl. verification approaches.
• Perform requirements analysis and benchmarking to ensure system performance.
• Collaborate with software and integration/test engineering teams to deliver radar solutions.
• Work onsite in Woburn, MA.

Skills

Radar Systems

Signal Processing

MATLAB

Python

Linux

C/C++

Java

DOORS

JIRA

Confluence

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

DOORS

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-20 Country: United States of America Location: US-MA-WOBURN-WB2 ~ 225 Presidential Way ~ GODDARD BLDG 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 Type: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

At RTX, the world’s largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. 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 freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Raytheon’s Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities (SE&TC) Surface Radars & Sensors Center is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to join our Systems Integration & Test Long Range Radars Department in Woburn, MA. The department provides subject matter expertise in concept development, architectural design, requirements generation and flow‑down, modeling and simulation, systems analysis, integration, test, and evaluation of world‑class Missile Defense and Sensor Systems. This work is achieved through our people, processes, technology, and performance. The successful candidate will help grow the team’s capabilities and collaborate with both internal and external customers. We value a wide range of skills and experiences, so don’t hold back. Your qualifications could add tremendous value to our team. Our customers come from all different backgrounds, and so do our employees. If you’re passionate about what you could accomplish here, we’d love to hear from you.

What You Will Do

• Lead the development of architectures and requirements to define, characterize, develop, and document Ground‑Based Radar (GBR) systems, including architectural framework updates, system‑of‑systems functional and performance requirements, algorithm descriptions, test scenario definitions, and verification approaches.
• Perform requirements analysis and benchmarking to validate algorithm designs and ensure system‑level performance meets operational objectives.
• Collaborate closely with software and integration/test engineering teams to deliver innovative, high‑performing radar solutions.
• Work onsite in Woburn, MA.

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.
• Experience with Radar Systems and/or other related areas of systems engineering.
• Experience with radar signal processing, signal processing theory, and/or signal modeling.
• Experience with MATLAB, Python, and/or LINUX OS platforms.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with radar system concepts, including detection, discrimination, tracking, and signal‑processing algorithms; ability to analyze radar requirements and performance through models, algorithms, test vectors, and evaluation tools.
• Proven system‑level engineering experience, including requirements development, documentation, maintenance, and system‑level software architecture design.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain engineering processes, methods, and tools; strong problem‑solving and analytical skills with a history of delivering innovative technical solutions.
• Proficiency in programming languages and tools such as C/C++, Java, DOORS, and familiarity with Agile development methodologies and tools like JIRA and Confluence.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, including technical writing, presentations, customer interfacing, and cross‑discipline teamwork in distributed environments.
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively, with experience leading technical solution development
• Advanced Degree in STEM

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.

Relocation Eligibility– Relocation assistance available

The salary range for this role is 118,300 USD - 224,900 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels.

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.

Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide.

It comprises three industry‑leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity.