Senior Systems Engineer - Onsite Cambridge MA

Raytheon; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

Raytheon Technologies in Cambridge, MA seeks a Senior Systems Engineer to join the Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities discipline, supporting LTAMDS and GhostEye Radars across the full product lifecycle from concept through deployment. The role emphasizes rigorous requirements development, MBSE modeling, and system-level trades to meet mission needs.

You will collaborate with Electrical and Software engineering teams, conduct design reviews, and clearly communicate technical topics to both

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior engineering experience.
• Experience with systems requirements, systems software, and systems hardware; experience with systems integration and/or systems test is a plus
• Experience with DOORs, MBSE, and Cameo / MagicDraw

Responsibilities

• Core Systems Engineering: Develop requirements and algorithms, concepts of operations, system trades, and system interfaces
• Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE): Develop and maintain detailed SysML descriptive system models, linking and synchronization of requirements, and generate design documentation / views
• Interface with cross functional teams, such as Electrical and Software engineering, to help guide subsystem development and ensure compliance with requirements throughout the entire product lifecycle
• Frequent interface with Customer and other program stakeholders and collaborators
• Conduct and/or support technical peer reviews and provide constructive feedback; Document and provide technical guidance to other members of the design team
• Communicate technical topics and issues in a clear and concise manner to both technical peers and non-technical team members

Skills

Systems engineering

MBSE

SysML

Education

Bachelor’s in STEM

Tools

DOORs

Cameo

MagicDraw

Job description

Location

US-MA-CAMBRIDGE-555-CUST ~ 555 Technology Sq ~ TECHNOLOGY (External Site)

Date Posted

2026-09-08

Country

United States of America

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

Secret - Current

Security Clearance Status

Active and existing security clearance required on 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.

Raytheon is seeking a talented and motivated Senior Systems Engineer to join our team within the Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities (SETC) Discipline, supporting the LTAMDS and GhostEye Radars. This role offers a unique opportunity to work across the full lifecycle of the product, from concept to deployment.

What You Will Do

• Core Systems Engineering: Develop requirements and algorithms, concepts of operations, system trades, and system interfaces
• Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE): Develop and maintain detailed SysML descriptive system models, linking and synchronization of requirements, and generate design documentation / views
• Interface with cross functional teams, such as Electrical and Software engineering, to help guide subsystem development and ensure compliance with requirements throughout the entire product lifecycle
• Frequent interface with Customer and other program stakeholders and collaborators
• Conduct and/or support technical peer reviews and provide constructive feedback; Document and provide technical guidance to other members of the design team
• Communicate technical topics and issues in a clear and concise manner to both technical peers and non-technical team members

This role is based ~100% onsite at a customer facility in Cambridge, MA.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior engineering experience.
• Experience with systems requirements, systems software, and systems hardware; experience with systems integration and/or systems test is a plus
• Experience with DOORs, MBSE, and Cameo / MagicDraw

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience in software, hardware, electrical and/or mechanical design.
• Experience in requirements development, design, verification, and validation.
• Experience syncing and tracing requirements between DOORs and SysML modeling tools such as Cameo / MagicDraw.
• Experience managing trade studies and design decisions.
• Experience effectively presenting ideas to senior level stakeholders.
• Experience in all phases of development: concept, requirements, design, implementation, and test.
• Experience supporting design reviews during all phases of development.
• 10 or more years of experience on DoD and/or space programs.

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.

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.

The salary range for this role is 95,500 USD - 181,700 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.