Date Posted:
2026-09-29\n
Country:
United States of America \n
Location:
US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB1 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ ASSABET BLDG \n
Position Role Type:
Onsite \n
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 \n
Security Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance: Secret \n
Security Clearance Status:
Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date\n
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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.
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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.
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Raytheon s Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities (SE&TC) Surface Radars & Sensors Center is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to join our Systems Integration & Test Long Range Radars Department within the Systems Engineering & Test Capabilities Directorate. The team is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer who will support one of a variety of Radar programs including AN/TPY-2, EWR, and OTHR. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving execution and efficient engineering practices across development, production, and sustainment programs. This role requires strong technical expertise and engineering leadership skills to drive the integration, test, and sustainment of a world-class air defense system. Every day will bring new challenges, requiring you to reprioritize your focus, collaborate across disciplines, and find the path forward to meeting our customers needs. Even an experienced engineering lead from a smaller team would find multiple areas for career growth in this role and discover something new every day.
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What You Will Do
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\n - Ensure the development and execution of a complex air defense program that consists of two primary IPTs. This work spans the entire systems engineering workflow including requirements management, system design, test planning, integration, and V&V.
\n - Manage/monitor the execution of work scope, determine team staffing allocations, and provide feedback on team execution.
\n - Coordinate across organizational disciplines and functions to identify team/work issues, resolve roadblocks and ensure completion of team objectives.
\n - Support program execution and growth through continuous improvement of people, processes, and tools.
\n - 10% local and non-local travel.
\n - This position can be based out of Tewksbury MA or Huntsville AL.
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Qualifications You Must Have
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\n - Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience.
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\n - Experience with systems engineering, radar data analysis, integration, verification, validation and/or system testing.
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\n - Experience with MATLAB, Python, Perl, C/C++, Linux, Unix, and/or other programming.
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\n - Experience with technical and/or functional leadership.
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Qualifications We Prefer
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\n - Strong integration skills, knowledge of radar algorithms, radar signal processing concepts, theory, modeling and determining radar performance, air defense systems and team interaction skills.
\n - Experience with systems engineering, system integration, system verification, and/or system test.
\n - Experience with Cost Account Management (CAM), Integrated Master Plan (IMP)/Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), Risk and Opportunity Management, and/or bids/proposals.
\n - Experience working in an integration lab, test facility, or in the field supporting integration and/or verification of RF systems while also managing various tasks, requirements, and commitments.
\n - Experience with DoD or similar major programs throughout the product lifecycle including compliance with DoD technology release and export licensing policies.
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What We Offer
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\n - 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.
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\n - Relocation Eligibility Relocation assistance available.
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Learn More & Apply Now!
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\n - Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.
\n - 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.
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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.
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The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 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.\n
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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.\n
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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.\n
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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.\n
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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.\n
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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.
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