Senior Principal Electrical COTS Computing and Networking Engineer - Onsite Tewksbury, MA

Prattwhitney; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 124,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer is seeking a Senior Principal Electrical Engineer specializing in COTS hardware and networking solutions. The role involves working on system design, integration, and team leadership while ensuring compliance with security requirements. Ideal candidates will leverage their extensive experience in high-stakes environments to contribute to innovative projects.

Benefits

Flexible work schedules

Employee Scholar Program

401(k) match

Medical and dental benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum ten (10) years of professional experience in hardware and software.
• Experience with system design, testing, and integration.
• Strong background in collaborating with engineering disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Design COTS hardware infrastructure systems.
• Manage budgets and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Support system prototyping and integration in the lab.

Skills

Unix

Linux

COTS hardware design

Team leadership

Education

Bachelors degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)

Masters degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent discipline

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Processor bus analyzers

Data capture tools

Job description

Senior Principal Electrical COTS Computing and Networking Engineer - Onsite Tewksbury, MA page is loaded

Senior Principal Electrical COTS Computing and Networking Engineer - Onsite Tewksbury, MA

Apply locations MA801: Marlborough, MA 1001 Boston Post Road Building 2, Marlborough, MA, 01752 USA time type Full time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition id 01766469

Date Posted:

2025-05-05

Country:

United States of America

Location:

MA801: Marlborough, MA 1001 Boston Post Road Building 2, Marlborough, MA, 01752 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance:

DoD Clearance: Secret

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.

The Sensor Controls & Electronics (SCE) Department is seeking a Senior Principal Electrical Engineer with strong Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) computing and networking background to join our Hardware and Infrastructure team implementing the next generation RADAR solutions. This position will work with Product Leads and other team members on a variety of tasks related to the design and development of systems using COTS computing and networking products.

What You Will Do

Engineer will lead/work as part of a highly motivated team and will collaborate with cross-functional project teams making up a larger program or work on internal research and development efforts.

• Design COTS hardware infrastructure system (e.g. X86-based processors)

• Research and select servers, workstations, add-in interface cards, storage devices, and other COTS hardware

• BIOS and operating system configuration definition

• System prototyping and integration in the lab

• Interest and capability in task and team leadership, leading teams of 2 to 5 engineers on common tasks or group of tasks

• Managing to a schedule and budget

• Keeping internal customers advised of status and participating in strategic decisions on planning and execution

• Desire to advance along a team leadership track

• Support occasional domestic travel and potential international travel

This position will sit in Tewksbury. MA or the Marlborough, MA location

Qualifications You Must Have

Typically requires a Bachelors degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)

Minimum ten (10) years of professional experience in the following areas:

• Experience with emerging and legacy hardware and software, including Unix and Linux operating systems

• Experience with taking a system design concept from the block diagram or requirements level and developing a complete COTS-based hardware design and then verifying the design via integration and test plans and activities

• Experience working in a lab environment and operating standard test equipment including oscilloscopes, processor bus analyzers, emulators, and data capture tools, etc.

• Experience collaborating in development with hardware engineering disciplines, supply chain, suppliers, field engineering, on-site installation and trades, and Customers to develop and deliver safety critical systems

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer

• Masters degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or equivalent discipline

• Current or in-progress computing/networking certification(s) (e.g. CCNA, AWS, CISSP)

• Experience with RADAR system hardware

• Experience with Firewall design and configuration

• Experience implementing Security Technical Implementation Guides and network hardening

• Experience with system level hardware integration and troubleshooting skills

• Desire to lead teams and mentor junior engineers

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.

This position is eligible for relocation.

Learn More & Apply Now!

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role. 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.

Clearance Information: This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

The salary range for this role is 124,000 USD - 250,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.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.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.

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.

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