Simulation Analysis Engineer II Onsite

Prattwhitney; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 79,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) match

Employee Scholar Program

Job summary

RTX in Tucson, AZ seeks engineers to design and implement high-fidelity simulation software for advanced computing environments. You will contribute to performance analyses and weapon systems studies, using MATLAB, Python, and C/C++ to develop model-based tools for real-time decision aids.

Applicants should have a STEM degree with about two years of relevant experience, and must be able to obtain an active DoD Top Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Requires a STEM degree and typically 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with scripting (MATLAB, Python) and/or programming (C, C++, etc.).
• Coursework or work in simulation modeling, analysis of physical systems, or related areas.

Responsibilities

• Support design, development, and use of high-fidelity digital simulation software in advanced computing environments.
• Contribute to trade studies to assess system performance against threats and scenarios.
• Develop and implement analytic approaches to produce data guiding program decisions.

Skills

MATLAB

Python

C/C++

Unix/Linux

HPC/SLURM

Education

STEM degree

Tools

Unix

Linux

Java

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-19 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-805A ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 805A 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: Top Secret Security Clearance Status: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.

What You Will Do

• Support the design, development, and/or utilization of high-fidelity digital simulation software in advanced technical computing environments.
• Contribute to trade studies to assess system performance of weapons against a variety of threats in a variety of kill chain scenarios.
• Contribute your knowledge of performance engineering practices and procedures to evaluate work across a wide range of intriguing computational problems answering questions such as: what should be the next system improvement; what is the effectiveness of the missile against a single or multiple threats; or what counter measures should be considered to increase effectiveness and/or survivability and other operational performance related questions.
• Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to develop and implement analytic approaches that produce data to guide program decisions.
• Participate in the development, implementation, validation and testing of model-based solutions to power real-time combat decision aids and associated software.

Qualifications

You Must Have Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.

Experience with Scripting (MATLAB, Python, etc.) and/or programming (C, C++, etc.).

Qualifications We Prefer

• Specific majors: Physics, Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, Operations Research, Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Computer/Electrical Engineering
• Coursework, internship, projects or work experience in the following areas: Simulation modeling, development, and/or analysis of physical systems
• Knowledge of the systems engineering life‑cycle model
• Software development processes and object‑oriented design using C/C++ and/or Java in either Unix or Linux computing environments.
• Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning (AI/ML) or Surrogate Modeling
• Computation on high-performance computing (HPC) grids/clusters, SLURM
• Prior experience in or with military, or substantive domain knowledge of tools and tactics of warfare
• Prior experience with classified material
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued SECRET or TOP SECRET security clearance

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.

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 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.

• 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

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.

Application window

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.

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.

Location

Tucson, AZ: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-tucson,-az-location #LI-RH2

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

Company Overview

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.