Radar Technical Subject Matter Expert - GLOBUS

RTX; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 277,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

RTX in Woburn, MA, is seeking a Senior Principal Systems Engineer, Technical SME, to support the GLOBUS program. The role focuses on sustaining and advancing a dual‑band S‑Band/X‑Band radar architecture, with modern beamforming and servo technologies.

You will diagnose interdependent subsystems, coordinate with subject matter experts, and ensure hardware and software updates align with long‑term sensor sustainment.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience in defining and driving technical execution plans.
• Experience with radar systems and algorithms including signal processing, signal processing theory, signal architecture, and/or signal modeling.

Responsibilities

• Sustain and enhance dual‑band S‑Band/X‑Band radar performance.
• Analyze RF behavior, array calibration, microwave dynamics, and servo/pedestal control.
• Integrate and validate digital beamforming, DREX chains, and upgraded microwave assemblies.
• Solve highly interdependent system‑level issues across hardware and software.
• Collaborate with SMEs to develop, test, and confirm technical theories and system fixes.
• Ensure upgrades remain coherent with long‑term sensor sustainment strategy.

Skills

Radar systems

Signal processing

Technical execution plans

Education

STEM degree

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-11-03

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 Long Range Radars (LRR) department within the Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities (SE&TC) Center is seeking a Senior Principal Systems Engineer, Technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the GLOBUS program in Woburn, MA. This role requires a technically exceptional engineer able to sustain and advance a dual‑band radar architecture combining modern S‑Band phased array hardware with an upgraded legacy X‑Band system. It demands deep radar and signal‑processing insight to understand how beamforming, DREX processing, and modern servo technologies interact within a complex operational sensor. The engineer must diagnose interdependent subsystem behaviors and ensure coherent hardware and software updates aligned with long‑term sustainment.

We value various skills and experiences, so don't hold back. Your qualifications could bring tremendous value to our team. Our customers come from all backgrounds, and so do our employees. If you're passionate about what you could accomplish here, we want to hear from you.

What You Will Do

• Sustain and enhance dual‑band S‑Band/X‑Band radar performance.
• Analyze RF behavior, array calibration, microwave dynamics, and servo/pedestal control.
• Integrate and validate digital beamforming, DREX chains, and upgraded microwave assemblies.
• Solve highly interdependent system‑level issues across hardware and software.
• Collaborate with SMEs to develop, test, and confirm technical theories and system fixes.
• Ensure upgrades remain coherent with long‑term sensor sustainment strategy.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience in defining and driving technical execution plans.
• Experience with radar systems and algorithms including signal processing, signal processing theory, signal architecture, and/or signal modeling.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Advanced degree in a STEM discipline.
• Professional experience in the aerospace or defense industry.
• Demonstrated success working across disciplines to achieve program objectives.
• Strong ability to manage multiple priorities in a complex, fast‑paced environment.
• Proven leadership in failure investigation and root cause determination.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a history of positive collaboration in team settings.
• Excellent communication skills, including experience presenting to customers and senior leadership.
• Familiarity with navigating organizational structures and collaborating with stakeholders to develop solutions for 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.

The salary range for this role is 145,600 USD - 276,800 USD. The salary range provided is a good fa

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.

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.