System Engineer II – Mission Analyst (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan options

Job summary

RTX is seeking a System Engineer II – Mission Analyst in McKinney, TX, to join the Operations and Mission Analysis team. You will develop model-based solutions, run mission simulations, and analyze outcomes to assess system effectiveness in complex threat environments. Candidates should have STEM education and hands-on experience with Python, MATLAB, and Linux.

Active Secret clearance is required, U.S. citizenship is a must, and the role is onsite with potential collaboration across government

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics.
• Experience with Python, Bash or similar scripting languages.
• Experience in MATLAB or scientific computing environments.
• Knowledge of sensors, networks, or command and control is a plus.
• Experience with defense modeling and data analysis is preferred.
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance expected.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement model-based solutions for mission trade studies.
• Create variable-fidelity computer models and simulations.
• Model system and mission kill chains using government, commercial, or Raytheon tools.
• Run mission system simulations and analyze results.
• Develop metrics and communication products for event chains.
• Participate in technical reviews with customers.

Skills

Python

Bash

MATLAB

Linux

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

AFSIM

Suppressor

Brawler

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-06 Country: United States of America Location: US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WA ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING A 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: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1 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 Operations and Mission Analysis department supports customer focused mission modeling and simulation activities for all customer areas at Raytheon. Our teams develop, analyze, and create flexible integration solutions crossing all product areas such as sensors, effectors, command and control, logistics, and operations. They develop tools and methods to evaluate campaign, mission, and system level analysis and visualizations based on customer requirements. The department has a tradition of excellence through innovation and teamwork while championing individual in a flexible work environment to meet the needs of today’s workforce. As a System Engineer II – Mission Analyst, you will be part of a team of systems engineers dedicated to delivering best-in-class Raytheon products for the warfighter through modeling, simulation, and analysis. Your work will help demonstrate mission effectiveness of systems and system-of-systems operating in complex threat environments. On this team, you will be responsible for developing and analyzing solutions across mission technologies, including sensors, effectors, communications, command and control, and more.

What You Will Do

• Participating in the development and implementation of model-based solutions to support mission trade studies using mission and engagement level simulations.
• Responsible for the development and integration of variable-fidelity computer models and simulations that effectively capture system and system of systems effects in complex threat environments.
• Modeling of system and mission kill chains using Government, Commercial, and/or Raytheon simulation tools.
• Executing mission system simulations and analyzing their results.
• Development of metrics and results products that communicate the chain of events that led to an action.
• Participating in technical reviews with internal and external customers.

Qualifications

• 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 working with scripting languages including Python, Bash, or other common languages.
• Experience working with scientific computing environments such as MATLAB.
• Experience in Sensors (RADARS, EOIR, etc.), Network Communications, Weapons/Effects (Missiles, Projectiles), Command & Control, and/or Resource Management.
• Experience with Military Operations Analysis, Modeling & Simulation experience in the defense industry, and/or data analysis & visualization.
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start date.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• Experience working in Linux environments.
• Experience with standard government modeling tools including AFSIM, Suppressor, Brawler, or similar tools.
• Ability to understand tactics as described by military experts and to represent their employment (verbally, graphically, and in simulations).
• Familiar with performing data analysis and statistics with large volumes of data.
• Familiar with Numerical Optimization Techniques, Analysis of Alternatives, or Design of Experiments.
• Experience providing briefs and presentations to US government customers.
• Active Top-Secret Clearance

What We Offer

• 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.
• 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 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.

DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

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.

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 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.

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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.