Sr. Systems Engineer - MFMS Engineer

Prattwhitney; White Sands (NM); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX’s Systems Engineering & Test Capabilities (SE&TC) at White Sands Missile Range, NM seeks a qualified Systems Engineer to support the MFMS hardware, operations, integration, test and evaluation. The candidate will work on-site to facilitate testing and ensure compliance with customer and internal requirements.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in STEM with 5+ years of engineering experience, experience with IF/RF hardware, UNIX/Linux, and instrumentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in STEM and 5+ years engineering experience.
• Experience with IF/RF hardware and IHawk computer.
• Proficient with UNIX/Linux and test instrumentation.
• Active DoD Secret clearance and US citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Conduct system interface, monitoring, analysis, troubleshooting, repair, modifications, and verification to ensure operational equipment performance.
• Perform calibrations of the system hardware to ensure systems are within tolerance for critical real-time operations.
• Provide quick resolution of system problems/failures that occur during operations.
• Analyze radar and MFMS data test results and data collection activities.
• Some travel to remote and domestic locations - CONUS and OCONUS to support program requirements, anticipated travel around 15%.
• Other tasks as required for program and/or company support.

Skills

System engineering

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in STEM

Tools

MATLAB

UNIX

Linux

Oscilloscope

Spectrum analyzer

Multi-meter

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-05 Country: United States of America Location: US-NM-WHITE SANDS-LC38 ~ Bldg. 23626, LC-38 Nike Ave ~ BLDG LC38 (External Site) 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: 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.

The Systems Engineering & Test Capabilities (SE&TC) Mission Capability and Verification Center (MCVC) located on White Sands Missile Range, NM is searching for a qualified Systems Engineer to join the team. They will provide support to the Mobile Flight Mission Simulator (MFMS) hardware, operations, integration, test, and evaluation. The candidate will work in an engineering environment to support and facilitate testing of engineering hardware in accordance with customer and internal requirements and industry standards. Occasional travel within the United States and internationally is required.

What You Will Do

• Conduct system interface, monitoring, analysis, troubleshooting, repair, modifications, and verification to ensure operational equipment performance.
• Perform calibrations of the system hardware to ensure systems are within tolerance for critical real-time operations.
• Provide quick resolution of system problems/failures that occur during operations.
• Analyze radar and MFMS data test results and data collection activities.
• Some travel to remote and domestic locations -CONUS and OCONUS to support program requirements, anticipated travel around 15%.
• Other tasks as required for program and/or company support.

Qualifications

• Typically requires Bachelor's in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior engineering experience.
• Experience with IF and/or RF equipment, IHawk computer, digital logic, and peripheral hardware.
• Experience with UNIX and/or Linux.
• Experience with instrumentation, and/or test equipment, i.e (oscilloscope, multi-meter and/or spectrum analyzer).
• Active and transferable US Government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.
• US Citizenship is required, as only US citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with MATLAB.
• Thorough knowledge of analog/digital hardware design and related firmware.
• Ability to work in a team environment, multi-task, work under stress, and be flexible to support across multiple disciplines.
• May require long hours and/or weekend work, travel for periods of time between domestic locations and to remote sites in support of program requirements.
• Ability to work in remote and hazardous location.

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.

Location and Travel

Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance available

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role. Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

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.

Compensation

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.

Benefits

• Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance available
• 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.

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.

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.

Location

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.

Company Overview

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.