Systems Engineer II - Signal and Sensor Modeling Engineer

Raytheon; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 68,900 - 131,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Raytheon is seeking a Systems Engineer II specializing in Signal and Sensor Modeling to work on advanced, physics-based modeling solutions in Tucson, AZ. This role involves collaboration in a dynamic team environment focused on cutting-edge technologies.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing C++ models, solving complex physics problems, and mentoring team members. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant STEM field is required, along with experience in software design and signal processing.

Raytheon offers a competitive salary and benefits including healthcare, relocation assistance, and more.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience with radar physics, imaging systems, or related fields.
• Ability to obtain Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop C++ models for advanced physics-based modeling solutions.
• Coordinate with development teams to solve complex problems.
• Mentor team members in EO or RF expertise.

Skills

C++ programming

Object-oriented design

Electro-optics

Signal processing

Data evaluation using MATLAB or Python

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Physics, or Mathematics

Tools

UNIX/Linux

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-9020 ~ 9020 S Rita Rd ~ BLDG 9020

Date Posted: 2026-06-22

Country: United States of America

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: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

We’re looking for Systems Engineer II - Signal and Sensor Modeling Engineers who enjoy solving complex problems, engaging in a dynamic team environment, and are eager to learn.

As a Systems Engineer II - Signal and Sensor Modeling Engineer, you will work on a close-knit team to create advanced, physics-based modeling solutions in the DoD Space. You will develop key technologies in the EO/IR/RF domain to help engineers grasp the most complex aspects of energy transport, enabling the design and test of tomorrow’s artificial intelligence algorithms and hardware solutions. You will deploy cutting‑edge technologies, leverage your software development skills and collaborate with your Signal and Sensor Modeling peers. This is an Onsite role in Tucson, AZ.

What You Will Do

• You will champion novel solutions for advanced modeling techniques.
• You will develop new C++ models in an extensible and maintainable fashion.
• You will deploy EO or RF phenomenology and advanced physics principles in a software implementation.
• You will enable our customer’s success through adoption and utilization of modeling solutions.
• You will work efficiently inside an established software product, across programming languages, and build environments.
• You will research and develop novel EO or RF modeling solutions.
• You will coordinate with multiple development teams to prioritize and solve complex software and physics problems.
• You will mentor and share EO or RF expertise with your team.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related STEM degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience applying object‑oriented software design in C++, C, and using MATLAB or Python for evaluation of data sets.
• Experience with UNIX/Linux or Apple OS or Windows DOS command line.
• Experience in electro‑optics or in radar processing, Imaging EO/IR/RF systems, energy transport, radar physics, signal processing and/or discrimination algorithms.
• Ability to obtain an Interim Secret U.S. government issued Security Clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain special program access after start. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Advanced Degree in Engineering, Science, Mathematics, or related STEM degree.
• Experience with OpenGL, CUDA, or other GPU accelerated languages/architectures and Scene Generation/Sensor Modeling technologies.
• Experience with electronic warfare modeling, developing signal processing algorithms for missile applications, signal & image processing, digital communications, or estimation theory, or AI/ML and training techniques.
• Experience with Real‑time Programming, software change management tools and processes, using and augmenting Build Systems (Make/CMake), and working with large production software environment.
• Experience interfacing with adjacent engineering disciplines (Signal Processing, Systems Engineering, Hardware Engineering).

What We Offer

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

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 USD.

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 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.