Senior Radar Systems Engineer

RTX; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

RTX in Plano, Texas is seeking a Senior Radar Systems Engineer to join the Advanced Development line. You will design radar modes and waveforms, develop signal processing algorithms, and collaborate with software, hardware, and firmware teams to turn concepts into deliverables for distributed aperture radar programs.

The role requires a STEM degree with 5+ years of relevant experience or an advanced degree with 3+ years, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM and 5+ years of relevant experience (or an advanced degree and 3+ years).
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain DoD Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design radar and communications modes; develop waveforms and analyze performance.
• Collaborate with software, hardware and firmware teams for program delivery.
• Develop radar signal processing algorithms and validate with simulations.
• Manage tasks, requirements and interface with multiple disciplines.
• Prepare results in reports/briefings for stakeholders.
• Support travel up to 20% as needed.

Skills

Radar systems

Software engineering

Radar signal processing

Mathematical algorithms

Digital simulation

Analytic techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

MATLAB

C/C++

MBSE tools

Mathcad

Python

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-09-27

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:

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 Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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 Advanced Airborne RF Sensors department within the Space and Airborne Systems Engineering and Test Capability (SE&TC) Center has an opportunity for a Senior Radar Systems Engineer. The Radar Systems Engineer will join our Advanced Development product line to provide radar algorithm/signal processing mode development to support distributed aperture radar programs. Mode development includes working on multi-function radar capabilities such as Airborne Moving Target Indicator (AMTI), Ground Moving Target Indicator (GMTI), maritime surveillance, sense and avoid, weather detection, terrain detection/avoidance, Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR), and communications. This position is an onsite role located in Plano, Texas

What You Will Do:

• Perform radar and communications mode design, conduct design and development of radar and communication waveforms as well as support signal processing and waveform analyses
• Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams (e.g., Software, Hardware, Firmware) and Program Management to support project planning and execution.
• Develop mathematical algorithms for radar signal processing, make performance predictions and analyze data received from the Radar to evaluate algorithm performance.
• Manage tasks, requirements and commitments and interface with numerous disciplines
• Prepare and present results in reports and briefings to internal or external stakeholders
• Support program and engineering activities, including occasional travel, which is anticipated to remain below 20%.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience or an advanced degree in a related field and minimum 3 years’ experience to include radar systems, software engineering, radar signal processing techniques, mathematical / radar mode algorithm development, analytic techniques and digital simulation models (DSM)
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer:

• An active and in-scopeDOD SecretUS security clearance is desired.
• MATLAB and C or C++ (coding experience is required to implement algorithms into the program’s system simulation).
• Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools
• Mathcad, Python, or related languages and tools
• TF Navigation concepts and algorithms
• Radar mode development skills including maritime surveillance, MTI, air-to-air, sense and avoid, weather detection, and terrain detection / terrain avoidance
• Digital communications
• Strapdown inertial navigation and transfer alignment
• Target discriminators and feature extraction / exploitation
• Machine-learning experience

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

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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.