Senior Systems Engineer

Date Posted: 2026-09-10

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-WA-POULSBO-WA1 ~ 26285 Twelve Trees Ln ~ TWELVE TREES

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​ 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 after 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.

The Raytheon Full Service Partnering Center (FSPC) is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer with expertise in manufacturing to support a variety of critical programs onsite in Poulsbo, WA. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic, collaborative environment within the Naval Power Strategic Business Unit, engaging with cross-functional teams to deliver engineering solutions, ensure quality control, and support low-rate initial production and sustainment activities. In this high-visibility role, you will collaborate with internal stakeholders, including material program managers, manufacturing teams, engineers, and mission assurance/quality teams. Your technical expertise, innovative mindset, and ability to lead will directly contribute to the success of our mission.

We value various skills, experiences, and perspectives. Regardless of your background, your qualifications and unique contributions can make an impact on our team. If you’re passionate about solving meaningful challenges and eager to advance your career in a cutting-edge environment, we encourage you to apply.

What You Will Do

As a Senior Systems Engineer, your key responsibilities will include:

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, contractors, and stakeholders to validate operational performance and capabilities.

• Driving innovation by contributing to the development of new concepts that deliver value to our customers.

• Supporting integration and testing efforts as needed to ensure operational success.

• Preparing and presenting detailed data to propose changes to testing equipment, processes, or procedures.

• Partnering with design engineering teams to identify, develop, and implement hardware enhancements or solutions.

• Providing technical guidance and training to technicians, including troubleshooting and skill development.

• Monitoring product yields, identifying yield detractors, and implementing corrective actions to meet program objectives.

• Actively participating in program meetings to report yield performance, identify root causes, and share corrective action plans.

• Communicating effectively across teams and stakeholders, fostering a high-performance and innovative work environment.

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 Mechanical Engineering, along with expertise in at least one of the following areas: Test Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Systems Engineering with a focus on integration and testing.

• Experience creating and reviewing mechanical drawings.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team of design professionals including Electrical, Mechanical, Software, Test, Logistics and other System Engineers.

• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot technical challenges and either recommend or execute rework to resolve issues effectively.

• Experience mentoring and/or providing technical guidance to less experienced engineers or technicians.

• Proven ability to lead or oversee technical teams, including managing tasks, tracking progress, reporting outcomes, and supporting proposals.

• A proactive, self-motivated approach with the ability to work independently or collaboratively.

• Experience developing and evaluating test plans and authoring detailed technical reports.

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.

• Not Relocation eligible – Relocation assistance not available.

Learn More & Apply Now!

• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

• 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.

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.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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.

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