System Engineer II (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Benefits package

Job summary

RTX in Las Cruces, NM, seeks a Systems Engineer for satellite Operations and Maintenance in a 24/7 environment. You will join a skilled O&M team, handling operations planning, monitoring, and problem solving with certified SMEs.

On-the-job training leads to mastery of ground software deliveries. The role requires a STEM degree and a TS/SCI CI Poly clearance, US citizenship, and willingness to work rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics.
• Minimum of 2 years of prior engineering experience or equivalent.
• Active TS/SCI CI Poly clearance required before start date.
• U.S. citizenship required for clearance eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Build/implement daily operations plans using complex software/hardware.
• Maintain procedures repository and apply correct procedures for scenarios.
• Gain/apply knowledge of hardware subsystems and document discrepancies.
• Develop workarounds and contingency plans for system anomalies.
• Support testing, readiness, training, and ground software deliveries.
• Cross-train and assist with training within the contract team.
• Support test activities and cover 24/7 shifts as needed.

Skills

Security clearance TS/SCI CI Poly

US citizenship

STEM knowledge

Operational experience

Scripting (Perl/Python/VBA)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Tools

Perl

Python

VBA

Windows

UNIX

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-03 Country: United States of America Location: US-NM-LAS CRUCES-12400-CUST ~ 12400 NASA Rd ~ ASFCF CTR (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: TS/SCI with CI Poly - Current 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 freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world.

Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Raytheon is seeking a Systems Engineer, for satellite Operations and Maintenance (O&M) position.

The selected candidate will join a skilled O&M team working in a 24/7 operations environment. The O&M team is responsible for all aspects of Operations Planning and Command and Control, including monitoring day-to-day activities as well as identifying and solving challenging problems as they occur. After completion of comprehensive on-the-job training, the candidate will be part of a certified team of subject matter experts that are integral to our customer's success. Location: Las Cruces, New Mexico

What You Will Do

• Build and/or implement a daily operations plan using complex software and hardware systems.
• Obtain/maintain technical knowledge of a large repository of formal procedures with the responsibility to accurately select and apply the correct procedure(s) depending on the specific scenario at hand.
• Obtain/apply technical knowledge on various hardware subsystems.
• Document discrepancies as they occur.
• Implement workarounds and contingency plans to minimize impacts of system anomalies.
• Contribute to the testing, readiness, training, and implementation of new ground software deliveries.
• Crosstrain in other operator positions as assigned and assist with training of other personnel on the contract team.
• Support test activities as necessary.
• Availability of working overtime and non-scheduled call-in.
• Availability to cover 24/7 Ops Shifts.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s in science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM preferred) and a minimum of 2 years of prior engineering experience or equivalent experience.
• Experience implementing and following technical instructions, processes, and procedures.
• An active and transferable TS/SCI CI Poly 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 the required security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience working a rotating shift schedule.
• Working in a virtual team environment.
• Proficient use of both Windows and UNIX platform.
• Experience with Perl, Python, VBA, and/or other scripting languages.
• Knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite.

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance available.

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. 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.

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 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.

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.

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.