Senior Systems Engineer - Ground Based Radar Systems

Prattwhitney; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) match

Long-term disability

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Job summary

RTX’s Surface Radars & Sensors Center is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to lead architecture development for Ground Based Radar (GBR) systems in the Missile Defense Sensors department, onsite in Woburn, MA. The role emphasizes MBSE, algorithm development, and system-level requirements across cross-functional teams.

Qualifications include a STEM degree with 5+ years experience, MATLAB/LINUX proficiency, and knowledge of radar concepts.

Qualifications

• Degree in STEM and 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with radar systems or MBSE and/or Cameo.
• Proficiency with MATLAB and Linux.
• Knowledge of radar concepts: detection, tracking, signal processing.
• Experience in system-level requirements development and documentation.
• Programming: Python, C/C++, Java; DOORS tooling.
• Familiarity with Agile and JIRA/Confluence.
• Strong communication and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
• Advanced STEM degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of architectures and requirements to define and document GBR systems.
• Contribute to architectural framework updates, system-level requirements, test scenarios, and verification approaches.
• Conduct requirements analysis and benchmarking to validate algorithms and performance.
• Collaborate with software and integration/test engineers to deliver radar solutions.

Skills

Radar Systems

MBSE

Cameo

MATLAB

Linux

Python

C/C++

Agile

DOORS

JIRA

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Advanced STEM degree

Tools

Cameo

MATLAB

DOORS

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

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 freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities (SE&TC) Surface Radars & Sensors Center is currently looking for a Senior Systems Engineer to support the Missile Defense Sensors (MDS) department. The MDS department delivers cutting-edge expertise in concept development, architectural design, requirements generation and flow-down, modeling and simulation, systems analysis, integration, test, and evaluation of world-class Missile Defense & Sensor Systems. We achieve excellence through our people, processes, technology, and performance. In this role, you will play a critical part in the enhancement and modernization of Ground-Based Radar (GBR) Systems.

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. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. 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.

This role is based onsite in Woburn, MA.

What You Will Do

• Lead the development of architectures and requirements to define, characterize, and document Ground Based Radar (GBR) systems.
• Contribute to architectural framework updates, system-of-system functional and performance requirements, detailed algorithm descriptions, test scenario definitions, and verification approaches.
• Conduct requirements analysis and benchmarking to validate algorithm designs and ensure system-level performance aligns with operational objectives.
• Collaborate closely with software and integration/test engineers to deliver innovative and high-performing radar solutions.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience with Radar Systems or related areas of systems engineering, including Model Based System Engineering (MBSE) and/or Cameo.
• Experience with MATLAB (including object-oriented programming), and/or LINUX operating systems.
• We Prefer Experience with radar system concepts including detection, discrimination, tracking, and signal processing algorithms, as well as their behaviors and performance.
• We Prefer Proven experience in system-level requirements development, documentation, maintenance, and/or the design of system-level software architecture.
• We Prefer Hands-on experience in developing and coding system models, algorithms, test vectors, and evaluation tools to analyze radar requirements and performance.
• We Prefer Demonstrated ability to develop, document, and maintain processes, methods, and tools to ensure engineering excellence.
• We Prefer Track record of developing technical solutions to complex engineering challenges.
• We Prefer Proficiency in programming languages such as python, C/C++, Java, and tools like DOORS.
• We Prefer Familiarity with the software development process using Agile methodologies and associated tools, such as JIRA and Confluence.
• We Prefer Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a proven history of delivering innovative technical solutions.
• We Prefer Proficiency with the MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• We Prefer Excellent communication skills, including technical writing, oral presentations, and interpersonal skills.
• We Prefer Previous experience interfacing with customers and leading the development of technical solutions for complex user requirements.
• We Prefer Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a geographically distributed team environment.
• We Prefer Experience collaborating across disciplines and communicating effectively with all levels of the organization and external stakeholders.
• Advanced Degree in STEM.

What We Offer

• 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
• Holidays
• Relocation Assistance – Relocation assistance available.

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 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels.

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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Location: Woburn, MA.

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.