Senior Principal Systems Engineer

Raytheon

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Raytheon Technologies (RTX) offers an innovative and inclusive culture; welcoming diversity and collaboration and providing numerous opportunities for career growth.

The System Design & Architecture Directorate is the central focus for Mission Systems Integration activities within Raytheon Missiles & Defense (RMD). The more than 2,100 employees provide requirements definition and design at the system, subsystem and component level every day in a collaborative environment which is characterized by respect for the individual, problem solving in a team setting, consensus oriented solutions, and results based recognition. Supporting this mission are teams providing domain expertise and creative solutions in surveillance, naval and missile defense based radar system design, sonar and undersea sensor system design, integrated air and missile defense systems engineering, command and control/battle management system design, combat system and platform architecture design and integration, operational analysis and simulation modeling research and development, software intensive system engineering, cyber solutions and algorithm development for signal processing, tracking and discrimination systems. The team welcomes you to join our tradition of achieving excellence through thought and team work while leveraging individual diversity conducive to a flexible work schedule and environment.

Join this highly visible team and perform technically challenging assignments which will directly contribute to protecting our nation and our war fighters.

The System Design & Architecture Directorate is seeking engineering professionals for full time Systems Engineering positions in the Maritime Systems (MS) department. The department leads all aspects of Systems Engineering that drive the development of complex systems that support the Raytheon Missiles and Defense (RMD) Seapower Capability Systems (SCS) business area and the U.S. Navy’s missions.

This position is located in Dulles, VAto perform Engineering Physics tasks related to:

  • Sensor System/Architecture Requirements Definition and Analysis
  • Sensor Systems Engineering Studies/Trades to determine solutions to technical issues
  • Algorithm Development
  • Sensor Data Collection and Analysis
  • Working in coordination with the Program Office to interact with customer and end-user representatives in developing sensor/system requirements and project work plans
  • Making key contributions in conceptualizing and capturing (bids/proposals) new product development opportunities

Tasks will primarily support Raytheon Missiles & Defense Advanced Technology Programs (ATP) contract R&D programs related to Raytheon Missiles & Defense technology objectives, primarily through investigation of non-acoustic sensor technologies that span the electromagnetic spectrum.

Required:

  • Bachelor’s Degree and 10(+) years of experience, or an MS degree with 8(+) years of experience, in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or related discipline
  • Experience in Modeling and simulation
  • Experience in MATLAB programming
  • Demonstrated consistency, accountability and flexibility managing multiple and competing priorities
  • Proven ability to lead technical solutions to complex user requirements
  • Excellent communication, technical writing, oral presentation, and interpersonal skills
  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Active DoD SECRET Clearance, or Interim SECRET Clearance required prior to start date.
  • Ability to obtain TS//SCI Clearance

Desired:

  • Ph.D. in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or related discipline
  • Experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • Ocean physics
  • Geophysics
  • Operations analysis
  • RF hardware covering areas from devices to antennas
  • Anomaly detection
  • Bayesian inferencing
  • Experience in C/C++ and/or Fortran
  • Experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • Remote sensing with non-acoustic sensors
  • Sensor modeling and simulation
  • Statistical detection & estimation theory
  • Signal/image processing & analysis
  • Experience with standard electromagnetic modeling codes (EIGER, NEC-4, FEKO)
  • Familiarity with Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) systems
  • Demonstrated ability to build and shape work and teams through a collaborative and effective partnership
  • Active DoD TS//SCI Clearance

Required Education:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or related discipline; Masters/Ph.D. Degree is a plus

{Keywords} engineering physics, remote sensing, non-acoustic sensors, sensor modeling, sensor simulation, statistical detection, estimation theory, signal/image processing, signal processing, image processing, signal/image analysis, signal analysis, image analysis, MATLAB, ocean physics, geophysics, operations analysis, RF hardware, RF device, RF antenna, anomaly detection, Bayesian inferencing, electromagnetic modeling code, EIGER, NEC-4, FEKO, C4ISR

This position requires the eligibility to obtain a security clearance. Except in rare circumstances, only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

At Raytheon Technologies, we innovate to create solutions and solve complex challenges across all domains: from land and sea to air, space, and cyberspace. In doing so, we embrace the talent, expertise and perspectives of our diverse workforce, each bringing their skills, ideas and dedication to the work we do. We pride ourselves on our commitment to our customers, industry partners and our teammates, making a positive impact not only to our business, but also in our communities where we live and work. Our constant innovation is made possible by a strong culture, investing in our people, and an unwavering vision that’s shared by Raytheon Technologies employees across the globe – a vision of one global team creating trusted, innovative solutions to make the world a safer place.

What We Offer: Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, Raytheon Technologies offers 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 Raytheon Technologies offers include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

All these job responsibilities are to be executed in harmony with Raytheon Technologies' Code of Business Ethics and Conduct policy which sets the standard by which we operate and how we treat others.

Raytheon Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor. 161930

Raytheon is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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