Principal Systems Engineer – Simulation Integration and Test

Prattwhitney; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Onsite role

Benefits package

Job summary

RTX's Patriot Labs in Andover, MA seeks a Principal Systems Engineer to support hardware/software integration testing for Patriot programs. Onsite role in Andover, requires active security clearance; travel up to 10%.

You will perform complex integration tests, troubleshoot, develop interfaces between HW/SW, and collaborate with HW, SW, Mechanical, and Systems teams; LabVIEW, C/C++, Python, Linux/UNIX experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelors in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM).
• Experience with LabVIEW, C/C++, Python, and/or FORTRAN 77 and familiarity with Linux/UNIX.

Responsibilities

• Support hardware/software integration testing and troubleshooting for complex systems.
• Perform daily testing execution and troubleshoot in an engineering lab environment.
• Develop expertise in program hardware/software interfaces and inter-discipline collaboration.
• Interact with HW, SW, Mechanical, and Systems Integration teams to ensure test completion.
• Able to travel domestically up to 10% to White Sands Missile Range.

Skills

LabVIEW

C/C++

Python

FORTRAN 77

Linux/UNIX

Systems engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Oscilloscope

Multi-meter

Spectrum analyzer

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-01 Country: United States of America Location: US-MA-ANDOVER-AN1 ~ 350 Lowell St ~ AN1 ESSEX 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: Secret - Current Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1 At RTX, the world 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 freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Raytheon's Systems Engineering & Test Capabilities directorate is seeking Principal Systems Engineer who will support hardware/software integration and activities for the family of Patriot programs supporting development and fielded Patriot equipment within the Andover based Patriot Labs.

What You Will Do

Utilizing subject matter expertise of software programming to support complex software and hardware integration testing and troubleshooting efforts Contribute to successful technical execution of complex integration and test events Perform daily testing execution and troubleshooting efforts within an engineering laboratory environment Develop expertise in program hardware and software interfaces Interact, on a technical level, with team members from different engineering disciplines (HW, SW, Mechanical, Systems Integration and Test, etc.). Support continuous improvement process by identifying and troubleshooting issues with software and hardware, and clearly documenting all actions and steps taken Utilize your working knowledge of L/UNIX to troubleshoot and configure assets to meet customer needs Ability to travel domestically up to 10%, to White Sands Missile Range

Qualifications You Must Have

Typically requires a Bachelors in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience. Experience with LabView and C/C++, LabVIEW, Python, and/or FORTRAN 77 Experience with Linux and/or UNIX.

Qualifications We Prefer

Experience identifying and troubleshooting issues with hardware, and clearly documenting all actions and steps taken Experience with radar systems or complex military systems Excellent communications skills, verbal, and written Experience with instrumentation and/or test equipment, i.e (oscilloscope, multi-meter and/or spectrum analyzer).

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. Relocation Eligibility- Relocation assistance available.

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. Welcome to Raytheon in Andover, MA As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

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. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.