Systems Engineer I (Onsite)

RTX (Raytheon)

Scaggsville (MD)

On-site

USD 63,000 - 120,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

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

Relocation Eligibility

Job summary

RTX, Collins Aerospace division, is seeking a systems engineer for Fulton, MD. The role involves full life cycle systems engineering, including requirements analysis, architecture design, and V&V across DoD programs.

The candidate will contribute to multi-sensor fusion, networked situational awareness, and C2 visualization technologies, with some travel to customer sites as needed.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer, Software, Electrical Engineering or a STEM major obtained by start date.
GPA of 3.0 or higher (preferred).
Knowledge with Link16, C2, surveillance/radars, air traffic control, mission planning, missile or shipboard combat systems.
Knowledge in software testing across Linux/Windows/VMs/Containers; Java/C++ and scripting.

Responsibilities

Perform full life cycle systems engineering tasks (requirements, architecture, V&V, testing, installation).
Design, develop and test advancements in multi-sensor fusion and visualization.
Collaborate with systems engineering SMEs to solve technical problems.

Skills

Link16

C2 systems

Radar

Missile systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer/Software/Electrical Engineering or STEM

Tools

Linux

Windows

Virtual Machines

Containers

Java

C++

Python

Job description

Date Posted

2026-09-29

Country

United States of America

Location

US-MD-FULTON-8170 ~ 8170 Maple Lawn Blvd ~ MAPLE LAWN, Ste 190, 200 & 300

Position Role Type

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. 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 after day 1

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.

What You Will Do

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.
Solipsys Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of Collins Aerospace/RTX and is an industry leader in the development of command-and-control software systems and operates in a dynamic, complex, fast-paced business environment with both commercial and Government customers, including a mix of domestic and international pursuits and programs. This position is located in Fulton, MD and does require some travel to customer sites as needed.
Perform full life cycle systems engineering tasks including system requirements analysis, definition, architecture design, trade studies, integration, verification and validation (V&V), formal testing, and software installation.
Design, develop and test exciting and innovative advancements in Multi-Sensor and Information Fusion, Networked Situational Awareness, and Visualization technologies.
Work with department systems engineering subject matter experts to solve critical technical problems with innovative solutions.

What You Will Learn

Learn the fundamentals of the Systems Engineering discipline.
Gain hands-on experience testing and debugging state-of-the-art Command and Control software.
Establish mentoring relationships with systems engineering subject matter experts to help you build a solid foundation for your future as a professional engineer.

Qualifications You Must Have

Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer, Software, Electrical Engineering or a STEM major obtained by start date.

Qualifications We Prefer

GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Knowledge with any of these systems: Link 16 Tactical Data Link (J series messages), Command and Control (C2), Surveillance/Radars, Air Traffic Control, Mission Planning, Missile Systems or Combat/Fire Control Systems, or Shipboard Combat Systems such as Aegis and SSDS Mk II.
Knowledge in software testing across multiple operating environments such as Linux, Windows, Virtual Machines, and Containers.
Knowledge of software development in Java and C++ and scripting in Linux shells, Windows PowerShell, and Python.
Experience as an intern or summer hire working for a DoD contractor.

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 Eligibility

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.

The salary range for this role is 62,900 USD - 119,700 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.