Prin Sys Engineer - Operations and Maintenance

Job ID: 01855940Posted: Posted 30 Days AgoStart Date: 2026-07-01Location: US-CO-AURORA-S75 ~ 16800 E Centretech Pkwy ~ BLDG S75Country: United States of AmericaTime Type: Full timeDate Posted:2026-07-01 Country:United States of America Location:US-CO-AURORA-S75 ~ 16800 E Centretech Pkwy ~ BLDG S75 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: TS/SCI without Polygraph Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1At 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.We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Systems Engineer – Operations and Maintenance supporting one of our premier programs within the Space Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (SISR) business unit. As part of the Operations and Maintenance (O&M) organization, your experience with operations, troubleshooting, and direct interaction with multiple contractors and government personnel will be critical to success.What You Will DoManage baseline software installations and deployments into operational environmentsCollaborate with System Administrators to maintain Windows Server and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) development and test environmentsMonitor, track, and report system availability, performance metrics, and operational workloadsTroubleshoot operational issues, resolve system anomalies, and support system recovery effortsCoordinate with cross-functional teams to plan, execute, and resolve systems engineering, integration, and operational activitiesRepresent the program in technical exchange meetings and customer briefings and provide backup support to technical leadership as neededSupport a 24/7 operational environment through occasional on-call responsibilities, with infrequent travel (1–2 times per year) as requiredQualifications You Must HaveTypically requires a Bachelor's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum 8+ years of relevant prior experienceExperience in systems engineering, particularly within operations and maintenance environmentsExperience troubleshooting complex systems and supporting operational recovery effortsExperience supporting program operations utilizing mission system softwareExperience with software patching and full software deployment activitiesActive and transferable U.S. government-issued TS/SCI security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearanceQualifications We PreferExperience supporting Mission Operations and Maintenance activitiesExperience with satellite ground system development or operationsExperience in mission management, command and control systems, or space-based ISR platformsExperience working in Linux environments (especially Red Hat), with programming languages such as Java, C++, or Python, and cloud-based infrastructureExperience with Oracle or similar database technologiesExperience developing solutions that meet system performance, availability, and reliability requirementsProven ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across multi-disciplined teams, including government customers, program leadership, technical leads, chief engineers, system architects, and other cross-functional stakeholdersWhat We OfferOur 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 InnovationRelocation eligibleLearn 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.This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the U.S. Department of State website here: Security Clearance InformationLocation: Aurora, CO:Raytheon Aurora Location InformationAs 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 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.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. 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