Principal Systems Engineer

Principal Systems Engineer – Modeling, Simulation & AnalysisAt 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 – Modeling, Simulation & Analysis supporting one of our premier programs within Raytheon, an RTX Business. In this role, your experience with modeling and simulation, systems engineering analysis, software development, and performance assessment will be instrumental in the development of next-generation missile and sensor systems. You will collaborate across integrated product teams consisting of Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC), Signal Processing, and Performance Simulation engineers to develop and evaluate high-fidelity simulation environments supporting mission-critical defense capabilities. The work is on-site in Aurora, CO.What You Will DoDevelop high-fidelity models and simulations to support missile design, performance assessment, and flight test activitiesDesign, develop, and implement modeling and simulation solutions while conducting trade studies and evaluating system and subsystem performanceCollaborate with Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC), Signal Processing, and Systems Engineering teams to execute simulation activities in support of program objectives and schedulesAnalyze simulation results and provide technical recommendations that influence system architecture and design decisionsSupport product development throughout the entire lifecycle, from initial concept through fielded deploymentProvide technical leadership and guidance to engineering teams while supporting design reviews, technical interchange meetings, and customer engagementsContribute to the development of technology roadmaps and innovative modeling solutions that support future mission capabilitiesQualifications You Must HaveTypically requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Science, Physics, Mathematics, or another STEM discipline and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experienceExperience applying object-oriented software design and programming using C or C++Experience using Python or MATLAB to analyze engineering data and evaluate system performanceExperience developing models or simulations of physical systems and applying modeling, simulation, statistical analysis, or engineering analysis to evaluate system solutionsActive and transferable DoD Secret U.S. government-issued security clearance is required prior to start date, with the ability to obtain Special Program Access after start. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.What 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 eligible