Systems Engineer – Algorithms (ONSITE)

Prattwhitney; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 75,800 - 144,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement program

Generous vacation time

Job summary

Prattwhitney in Fullerton, CA is seeking an Algorithms Systems Engineer to support the JPALS program through running and testing algorithmic models using MATLAB and Simulink.

Applicants should possess a STEM degree, relevant experience, and the ability to obtain a SECRET clearance. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Active and existing Secret security clearance required.
• Ability to conduct analysis for system troubleshooting.
• Willingness to travel and conduct field work.

Responsibilities

• Test algorithms and models for the JPALS program.
• Develop tools for effective testing.
• Improve code quality through reviews.

Skills

Proficiency in MATLAB

Basic software development principles

Data analysis and problem solving

Experience with algorithm descriptions and mathematical expressions

Education

Degree in STEM or related field

Minimum 2 years relevant experience

Job description

Job Summary

Algorithms Systems Engineers are needed to support the Joint Precision Approach and Landing System (JPALS) program by running and testing modeling and simulation of algorithmic models using Simulink and MATLAB.

Location: Fullerton, CA; Fixed location at 1801 Hughes Dr, BLDG 676.

Security Clearance: DoD Secret required. U.S. citizenship required. Position requires an active and existing Secret clearance.

Employment Type: Onsite.

Responsibilities

• Test algorithms and models for the JPALS program.
• Develop the necessary tools to accomplish sufficient testing.
• Work on multiple tasks in a software development environment.
• Conduct analysis for system troubleshooting.
• Improve code quality by performing code reviews and applying sound software practices.

Required Qualifications

• Proficiency in MATLAB, including code optimization and numerical stability.
• Understanding of basic software development principles (configuration control, collaborative development, formal processes).
• Experience reading and developing algorithm descriptions, mathematical expressions, derivations, matrix manipulations, outlier analysis, and system-level analysis.
• Experience performing data analysis and problem solving (e.g., anomaly investigation).
• Degree in science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) and at least 2 years relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field.
• Ability to obtain a SECRET security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in systems engineering discipline.
• Experience performing complex statistical analysis and/or mathematical modeling.
• Experience performing model-driven design using Simulink and auto-generated code.
• Experience developing solutions for GPS navigation systems.
• Willingness to travel and conduct field work.

Salary and Benefits

Salary range: $75,800 – $144,200 USD.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student loan repayment program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverages: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection.
• Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning resources.
• Adoption assistance.
• Autism benefit.
• Employee assistance plan with up to 10 free counseling sessions.
• Healthy You incentives and wellness rewards program.
• Doctor on Demand virtual doctor visits.
• Bright Horizons child and elder care services.
• Teladoc medical experts second opinion program.

Equal Opportunity

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 for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with laws.