Principal Systems Engineer - Test Analyst Onsite

Prattwhitney; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Job summary

RTX is seeking an experienced engineering analyst in Huntsville, AL to perform system-level performance analysis for Missile Defense programs. The role requires an active secret clearance and 8+ years in STEM fields, with strong MATLAB/Python skills and data-analysis tooling experience.

Responsibilities include developing analysis approaches, producing SEA inputs, and presenting findings to cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Requires STEM degree and 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with systems engineering test analysis for Missile Defense System.
• Experience with MATLAB and Python.
• Knowledge of MDS tools and data analysis.
• Familiarity with SQL and PostgreSQL; experience with data visualization tools.

Responsibilities

• Represent SE&IT in support of MDA/DE-SEA and the MDA Joint Analysis Team.
• Perform system-level performance analysis of test data across HWIL, Flight Test, and events.
• Develop methods and tools for system and element-level performance analysis.
• Produce analysis results and inputs for SEA test reports.
• Present findings during mission data reviews.
• Collaborate with Systems Engineering, Warfighters, and test organizations to ensure tests meet technical intent.

Skills

MATLAB

Python

MDS analysis

SQL

PostgreSQL

Tableau

Jupyter Notebooks

Education

STEM degree

Tools

Jupyter Notebooks

Tableau

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-28 Country: United States of America Location: US-AL-HUNTSVILLE-401, 401 Jan Davis Dr NW, JAN DAVIS 401

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 freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do

• Represent SE&IT in support of MDA/DE‑SEA and the MDA Joint Analysis Team.
• Perform MDS performance analysis of test data from Ground Test (HWIL), Flight Test, Real World Events and GDA tests.
• Develop approaches and tools for System‑level and Element‑level performance analysis.
• Produce analysis results and inputs for SEA test report products.
• Present analytical findings during mission data reviews.
• Work with Systems Engineering teams, Test Organizations, Warfighters and Element Program focals to ensure tests meet technical intent and characterize behaviors.
• Develop, utilize and present analytical products assessing strategic and or theater or regional element system level performance for ground and flight test events.
• Support analysis of all MDS elements with a focus on System Level behaviors.
• Domestic/Local travel is expected, approximately around 10-15%.

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 systems engineering test analysis for the Missile Defense System.
• Experience with MATLAB, Python, and/or other programming languages.
• We Prefer strong systems engineering or MDS analysis background and demonstrated collaboration and presentation skills are desired.
• Experience supporting post test data analysis.
• System level interface design and specification development experience is desired.
• Additional knowledge of the Missile Defense System (MDS), a working knowledge of SQL, PostgreSQL, Python, Jupiter Notebooks, Tableau or similar analytical tools, system analysis, and system level testing are desired.

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.

Benefits

• 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
• holidays

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.

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.

Location & Remote Status

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.

Application Window

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 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 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.

Company Overview

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.