Senior Systems Engineer, Radar Data Analysis - AN/TPY-2

Prattwhitney; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 86,800 - 165,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

RTX in Massachusetts is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer for the Radar Performance and Analysis team supporting the AN/TPY-2 missile defense radar program. This onsite role requires strong data analysis, MATLAB/Python scripting, and systems engineering expertise.

Responsibilities include evaluating algorithm performance, leading verification activities, and presenting findings to program leadership and military stakeholders. U.S. citizenship and active DoD clearance required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in systems engineering, data analysis, or radar-related work.
• Proficiency with MATLAB, Python, Perl, C/C++, and Unix/Linux for analysis and automation.
• Advanced MATLAB and Python scripting for automated data processing and visualization.
• Familiarity with systems engineering tools such as IBM DOORS and traceability.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and technical writing skills for complex presentations.

Responsibilities

• Parse, process, and analyze raw sensor data to evaluate algorithm performance and tracking accuracy.
• Conduct scenario-based analysis to identify technical observations and resolve issues.
• Perform system performance assessments and validation testing to ensure requirements compliance.
• Lead system-level requirements analysis, decomposition, and traceability across the lifecycle.
• Establish and report on Key Performance Metrics and Technical Performance Measures; identify risks.
• Develop and maintain MATLAB and Python scripts to automate large-scale data ingestion and reporting.
• Translate data findings into clear technical presentations and documentation for leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

MATLAB

Python

C/C++

Unix/Linux

Data analysis

Scripting

Technical writing

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or related

PhD preferred

Tools

IBM DOORS

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join the Radar Performance and Analysis team supporting the AN/TPY-2 missile defense radar program. This onsite position is located in Woburn, MA.

Responsibilities

• Parse, process, and analyze raw sensor data, tracks, and detections to evaluate algorithm performance, target discrimination, and tracking accuracy.
• Conduct scenario‑based analysis to identify and resolve technical observations.
• Perform system performance assessments and validation testing to ensure compliance with requirements and specifications.
• Lead system‑level requirements analysis, decomposition, and traceability, managing the full verification and validation lifecycle.
• Establish, monitor, and report on Key Performance Metrics (KPMs) and Technical Performance Measures (TPMs), proactively identifying performance trends, variances, and system risks.
• Develop and maintain robust MATLAB and Python scripts to automate large‑scale data ingestion, statistical modeling, and performance report generation.
• Translate complex data findings into clear technical presentations, dashboards, and documentation for program leadership and military stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, typically a STEM degree.
• Experience in test methodology, data analysis, scripting, and/or software development.
• Proficiency with MATLAB, Python, Perl, C/C++, Unix/LINUX.
• Experience in radar systems engineering, signal processing analysis, or performance assessment within a defense framework preferred.
• Advanced MATLAB and Python scripting skills for automated data processing and visualization.
• Familiarity with systems engineering tools such as IBM DOORS.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for large‑scale tactical data feeds.
• Excellent communication, technical writing, oral presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work within Agile Scrum practices and in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• PhD or master’s degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Business, or related discipline preferred.
• U.S. citizenship required; active transferable DoD Secret or higher security clearance required prior to start.
• Existing DoD Security Clearance (Secret or higher) required.

Benefits & Compensation

Salary range: $86,800 – $165,200. Potential benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, holidays, parental leave, and other programs; specific benefits depend on the business unit and employment agreement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.