Systems Engineer

Senior Systems EngineerThe Raytheon Missile Defense Sensors (MDS) department is seeking a highly skilled Senior Systems Engineer to join our Electronic Protection and Arbitrary Waveform Development team, supporting the AN/TPY-2 Missile Defense Radar Program. This on-site position in Woburn, MA offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge missile defense and sensor technology.As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will work collaboratively within a team to define radar system requirements, design architectures and algorithms, and support their seamless implementation. You will interact with software development teams to ensure technical accuracy and alignment with program goals. Key responsibilities include:Designing and prototyping new algorithms to enhance system performance.Analyzing radar system performance data to ensure compliance with requirements.Identifying performance gaps and proposing innovative solutions.Presenting technical plans, designs, and performance analyses to peers, internal leadership, and external customers.Providing subject matter expertise to agile software development teams to enable proper implementation of requirements.Qualifications you must have:Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience.Experience in systems engineering including requirements development, documentation, and/or system-level software architecture.Qualifications we prefer:Minimum of 2+ years of experience in radar engineering or related technical disciplines.Expertise in Electronic Protection and Arbitrary Waveform concepts and employment techniques.Proficiency in developing and coding system models, algorithms, test vectors, and analysis tools to analyze radar requirements and performance.Experience utilizing Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and signal processing techniques in database and algorithm development.Familiarity with Battle Management Command, Control, Communications, Computers, and Intelligence (BMC4I) systems.Practical knowledge of signal processing techniques and radar system concepts, including detection, discrimination, tracking, and signal processing algorithms.Proficiency with tools and programming languages such as MATLAB, C/C++, ADA, or DOORS.Proven experience in system-level requirements development, documentation, and maintenance, or design and development of system-level software architecture.Strong communication, technical writing, presentation, and interpersonal skills.Demonstrated ability to interface with customers and lead technical solutions to complex challenges.Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving abilities.Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Business, or related disciplines.Prior military service is a plus.Active DoD Security 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: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance available