Senior Defense Simulation Engineer (C++/Python)

Raytheon; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Raytheon in Tucson, AZ is seeking a software engineer to design, develop, and analyze high‑fidelity simulation software within advanced technical computing environments. The role emphasizes C++ development in engineering settings, cross‑functional collaboration, and supporting weapon system performance studies.

You will work with Python for analysis and automation, participate in model‑based decision support, and travel occasionaly (less than 10%).

Qualifications

• Typically requires a STEM degree and 5+ years of relevant experience unless restricted by local laws.
• Experience developing software using C++ in engineering, research, or production.
• Experience writing/modifying C++ for technical or system‑level apps.
• Experience developing Python scripts for analysis, automation, or integration.
• Experience using Python to analyze data and model behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Support design, development, and use of high‑fidelity simulation software in advanced computing environments.
• Contribute to trade studies evaluating weapon system performance across threats.
• Apply performance engineering practices to assess computational problems and system improvements.
• Collaborate with program leadership, customers, and experts to inform decisions.
• Develop and implement model‑based solutions for decision systems and validate models.
• Travel occasionally to support project needs (less than 10%).

Skills

C++ development

Python scripting

Data analysis

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree in Physics/Applied Mathematics/Electrical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

AFSIM

Campaign analysis tools

Mission analysis simulation tools

Job description

Raytheon in Tucson, AZ is seeking a software engineer to design, develop, and analyze high‑fidelity simulation software within advanced technical computing environments. The role emphasizes C++ development in engineering settings, cross‑functional collaboration, and supporting weapon system performance studies.

You will work with Python for analysis and automation, participate in model‑based decision support, and travel occasionaly (less than 10%).