Principal Systems Engineer -- Warfighter Support Team - Military Veterans

Date Posted:

2024-09-24

Country:

United States of America

Location:

CO505: 720 Irwin Ave, Schriever AFB 720 Irwin Avenue Schriever AFB, Schriever Air Force Base, CO, 80912 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression.  We bring 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.  Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

As a Principal Systems Engineer on the Warfighter Support Team, you will join a small team of engineers working in a dynamic environment, performing a diverse set of technical and support tasks. You will provide direct support to various warfighter communities relating to Missile Defense System (MDS) sensors. The team is involved in various areas such as warfighter education, Wargames and Exercises, radar analysis, capability deployment, operational support, threat modeling, radar educational videos, etc.

This position works on-site with a split between the Missile Defense Agency / Sensors Warfighter Support (MDA/SNW) organization at Schriever SFB, Colorado Springs, CO, and the Raytheon classified lab in town. Remote and hybrid work are not options for this role.

This position requires significant domestic and international travel as an integral part of supporting the warfighter and associated organizations.

You will also be part of a larger Raytheon team within the Systems Engineering Directorate, which provides, develops, and maintains high fidelity performance simulations, executes system performance analysis (including pre-flight prediction, post flight matching, and verification and validation), aids new business initiatives and develops & executes technology roadmaps.

This is an Onsite role in Schriever SFB, Colorado

Responsibilities to Anticipate:

• You will be involved with analyzing operational radar data.
• You will support various warfighter organizations.
• You will support education of the Combatant Commands and Sensor Manager Cells on radar capabilities.
• You will oversee Wargames and Exercises as you participate in planning conferences, technical interchange meetings, system testing, and assist as the radar subject matter expert (SME) during execution.
• You will contribute to the larger Missile Defense System (MDS) community.
• You will support real world situations in support of warfighter needs.
• You will travel with varying frequency throughout the year, at times up to 10% (domestically and internationally), to meet program requirements.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related STEM degree and eight (8) years or more of documented work and/or academic experience in the following areas:
  • Radar experience with a background in the Missile Defense System.
  • Experience with Radar Analysis
• The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance prior to the start date is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Value:

• Masters’ or PhD degree in Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or other STEM related degree.
• Experience traveling internationally and/or domestically to support business needs
• Missile Defense experience and knowledge of MDA elements and fielding configurations
• Military experience

What We Offer:

• Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the superior benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance, and child/adult backup care
• 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.

The salary range for this role is 96,000 USD - 200,000 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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