Systems Engineer II - Mission Analyst

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, Vision

Life insurance

Short-term & long-term disability

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

RTX is seeking a candidate for an onsite role in McKinney, TX to develop and execute mission system simulations and analytical studies. You’ll build and integrate variable-fidelity models, analyze results, and contribute to technical reviews with customers.

The position requires a STEM degree, 2+ years of relevant experience, and an active DoD Secret clearance. A background in Linux, federal tools, and defense domains is preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience with scripting languages including Python, MATLAB, Bash, or other common languages.
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued Security Clearance (Secret) is required; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Participating in the development and implementation of model-based solutions for mission trade studies using simulations.
• Developing and integrating variable-fidelity computer models and simulations to capture system and system-of-systems effects.
• Modeling system and mission kill chains using Government, Commercial, and Raytheon tools.
• Executing mission system simulations and analyzing results.
• Developing metrics and results products communicating chain of events leading to actions.
• Participating in technical reviews with internal and external customers.
• Collaborating in a team environment to inform programmatic decisions with analytic outputs.

Skills

Python

MATLAB

Bash

Education

STEM degree

Tools

AFSIM

Suppressor

Brawler

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-03

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.

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.
• You will contribute and collaborate in a team environment, receiving input from the program, external customers, or team experts, and work on projects, as you determine, develop, and implement analytic approaches that will generate the supporting data to inform programmatic decisions.

Qualifications You Must Have

• 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, MATLAB, Bash, or other common languages.
• Active and transferable U.S. government issuedSecret security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience working in Linux environments.
• 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.
• 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

• 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.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 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.