Principal Systems Engineer - XTR-2

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

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance available

Job summary

RTX in Woburn, MA is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to support the XTR-2 radar program. You will lead architecture design, requirements definition, modeling, and hardware/software integration to deliver a high-performance X-Band system.

You will diagnose interdependent subsystems, develop MATLAB-based models, and coordinate with SMEs across hardware and software to ensure coherent sustainment and timely technical updates.

Qualifications

• 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, requirements development, and/or data analysis.
• Experience with MATLAB.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and integration of an advanced X-Band radar system to meet cutting-edge performance requirements.
• Develop models to simulate and analyze system behavior while identifying and solving complex technical challenges.
• Perform in-depth analyses of RF behavior, array calibration, microwave dynamics, and servo/pedestal control systems.
• Diagnose and resolve highly interdependent system-level issues across hardware and software components.
• Collaborate closely with subject matter experts (SMEs) to innovate, test, and validate technical theories and system upgrades.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Requirements development

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

STEM degree

Tools

MATLAB

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-19

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

The Systems Engineering Long Range Radars (SE LRR) department within the Surface Radars and Sensors center is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to support the XTR-2 program in Woburn, MA. This role requires a technically exceptional engineer able to contribute to architecture design, requirements definition and modeling, hardware and software design, and Integration & Test activities for a new radar system. It calls for deep radar insight to understand how DREX processing and modern servo technologies interact within a complex operational sensor. The ideal candidate brings the ability to succeed across a wide range of systems engineering tasks. This engineer will diagnose interdependent subsystem behaviors and ensure hardware and software updates remain coherent and aligned with long-term sustainment needs.

We value various skills and experience, 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 design and integration of an advanced X-Band radar system to meet cutting-edge performance requirements.
• Develop models to simulate and analyze system behavior while identifying and solving complex technical challenges.
• Perform in-depth analyses of RF behavior, array calibration, microwave dynamics, and servo/pedestal control systems.
• Diagnose and resolve highly interdependent system-level issues across hardware and software components.
• Collaborate closely with subject matter experts (SMEs) to innovate, test, and validate technical theories and system upgrades.

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, requirements development, and/or data analysis.
• Experience with MATLAB.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and complex technical environment.
• Experience defining and driving technical execution plans.
• An advanced degree in a related field.
• Professional experience in the aerospace or defense industry, working on challenging and innovative projects.
• Hands-on expertise in developing Cameo models for system architecture and requirements baselines.
• Excellent communication skills, with experience presenting technical solutions to customers and senior leadership.
• A demonstrated ability to collaborate across a large organization and work with cross-functional stakeholders to solve critical program challenges.

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.

The salary range for this role is 118,300 USD - 224,900 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate re