Senior Systems Engineer - Radar Test Execution, Onsite

RTX; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

RTX in Andover, MA is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to plan and execute complex integration and verification test events for Patriot Radar programs. You will lead test efforts, develop plans, analyze data, and ensure requirements are met in both simulated and real-world environments.

The role requires a strong background in systems engineering, experience with radar systems, and willingness to travel up to 10% to RTX facilities, test sites, and customer locations.

Qualifications

• BS in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics or equivalent.
• 5+ years of relevant systems engineering experience.
• Experience with systems software, hardware, requirements, integration and testing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute test plans for radar systems.
• Troubleshoot radar hardware/software issues.
• Collaborate to improve system performance.
• Document integration activities and verify requirements.
• Communicate results to leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

Radar testing

Systems engineering

Modeling & analysis

Software testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

MATLAB

Python

C/C++

DOORS

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-11-02

Country: United States of America

Location: US-MA-ANDOVER-AN1 ~ 350 Lowell St ~ AN1 ESSEX BLDG

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: DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

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

The Systems Engineering & Test Capabilities team is seeking a highly motivated Senior Systems Engineer to plan and execute complex integration and verification test events in support of Patriot Radar development programs. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in system integration and testing. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting‑edge missile defense technologies in a collaborative and innovative environment.

What You Will Do

• Support radar testing efforts: Develop and implement test plans and procedures, and perform integration and verification activities in both simulated and real‑world environments. Lead portions of test efforts and projects in support of the broader radar test program.
• Troubleshoot and analyze: Identify and resolve radar hardware, software, and system issues through detailed analysis and debugging.
• Drive performance: Collaborate across functions to improve system performance and resolve technical issues.
• Modeling and analysis: Use modeling and simulation tools to predict system performance and support verification and validation activities.
• Integrate systems: Integrate hardware and software into tactical systems in field test and hardware‑in‑the‑loop environments, evaluating functionality and system impact.
• Collaborate: Work closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure seamless integration and overall system functionality.
• Document and communicate: Develop integration documentation, execute plans, analyze data, verify requirements, and clearly communicate results to leadership and stakeholders.
• Support missions: Travel up to 10% to support mission execution at various locations, including local RTX facilities, test sites, vendor facilities, and customer locations. Travel primarily occurs during first‑shift hours, with occasional part‑time second‑shift support. Regular travel between Raytheon locations in Massachusetts and Southern New Hampshire is required.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience with systems software, systems hardware, systems requirements, systems integration, and/or system test.
• Experience with generating technical documentation, such as test plans, procedures, or technical reports.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Active U.S. government issued Secret clearance.
• Experience with requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS or equivalent) and configuration control practices.
• Experience working in an integration lab, test facility, or in the field supporting integration and/or verification.
• Experience working radar development programs.
• Experience with MATLAB, Python, JavaScript, C/C++ and/or other programming languages.

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 assistance is available!

Welcome to Raytheon in Andover, MA

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.