Radar Principal Systems Engineer

Prattwhitney; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation eligible

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) match

Job summary

Raytheon NAS in Plano, Texas seeks a Radar Principal Systems Engineer to serve as a radar Subject Matter Expert on multiple programs. This on-site role collaborates with on-site engineers to advance radar design and waveform development, with mentorship for junior staff.

Responsibilities include leading a small team, conducting analyses, presenting to customers, and driving innovation in radar system integration. U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain security clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in STEM and a minimum of 8 years of radar mode/skill development experience.
• Experience in radar mode/skill development and radar system integration.
• UNIX/Linux and programming skills in C/C++ with MATLAB or Python for data analysis.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship is required for security clearance eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Radar performance analysis, waveform experimentation, and data analysis for complex systems.
• Participate in peer reviews and resolve technical problems.
• Interface with team lead and engineers daily.
• Develop novel radar waveforms and innovative work products for programs.
• Mentor junior engineers within the algorithm engineering group.
• Demonstrate strong presentation and written communication skills.

Skills

Unix/Linux

C/C++

Python

MATLAB

Radar systems

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Advanced degree in STEM

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-13 Country: United States of America Location: US-TX-PLANO-465 ~ 465 Independence Pkwy ~ INDEPENDENCE 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: Top Secret Security Clearance Status: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling - to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring 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. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

Raytheon’s Naval Airborne Systems (NAS), within Naval Power, is seeking a Radar Principal Systems Engineer to serve as a radar Subject Matter Expert (SME) supporting multiple programs and IRAD efforts within the Advanced Sensor portfolio.

Based in the Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities Center in the Airborne Surveillance RF department, this engineer will collaborate closely with on-site Systems Engineers to advance radar system design and waveform development, provide technical leadership to a small team of radar analysts, and support the Chief Engineer and Lead Systems Engineer. This is an Onsite role located in Plano, Texas.

What You Will Do:

• Radar performance analysis, waveform experimentation, system capability investigations, trade study generation, statistical modeling, performance predictions, and data analysis for complex systems using Raytheon Engineering processes and practices.
• Participate in peer reviews and resolving identified technical problems.
• Interface with team lead, team members, and related engineers daily.
• Conduct and/or participate in customer and/or program presentations, and apply technical knowledge to develop novel radar waveforms and innovative work products.
• Work as a member of a team and provide SME-level guidance and mentorship to junior engineers within the algorithm engineering group.
• Strong interpersonal, presentation skills, verbal and written communication skills.

Qualifications

You Must Have:

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior experience in radar mode/skill development and radar system integration.
• Experience in radar mode/skill development and radar system integration.
• UNIX/Linux and demonstrated computer programming skills in C or C++ and using MATLAB or Python for data analysis.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance prior to start date.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Active Top-Secret clearance with investigation within five years.
• Advanced degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM).
• Mathematical modeling and analytical problem-solving.
• Experience in the development, testing, and troubleshooting of radar and RF hardware.
• Background in radar test planning, execution, and related processes.
• Ability to lead and manage a small technical team of three or more individuals.

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 Eligible - relocation assistance available for this position.
• 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.

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

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.