Combat Systems Engineer II

RTX•San Diego, CA

2d•$75,800 - $144,200•Onsite

About The Position

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 freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Raytheon is seeking a talented and motivated Combat Systems Engineer II to join our Surface Radar team within the Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities (SE&TC) Discipline, supporting the Ship Systems Integration & Sustainment portfolio of products. As a Systems Engineer you will apply your experience in system installation, configuration, activation, stage testing, and advanced troubleshooting working on the advanced Naval Radar systems currently employed by the US Navy. This position is based in San Diego, CA, with exciting opportunities to conduct shipboard testing during ship system activations, testing, and at-sea periods.

Requirements

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience.
Experience with combat system operation and maintenance, including radar system installation, integration, and/or troubleshooting.
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.

Nice To Haves

Experience with SPY-1 or SPY-3 radar systems, including troubleshooting, operation, and corrective maintenance.
2+ years of experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux in operational or enterprise environments.
2+ years of experience with network troubleshooting, including routing, switching, and enclave connectivity.
Industry certifications such as CISCO CCNA or Red Hat OS.
Prior experience working aboard U.S. Naval ships.
Familiarity with MATLAB for data analysis, modeling, or system performance evaluation.

Responsibilities

Serve as a technical member of the Shipboard Test Team, working with various stakeholders Systems Integration and System Test Management, Navy Agencies, Navy Labs, and key vendors.
Perform various radar equipment installation, checkout, testing, reporting of results, Hardware and Firmware upgrades and maintain records as required.
Ensure the upkeep and functionality of the Ship’s radar systems.
Provide daily internal status reports to the area lead and key stakeholders.
Establish and maintain relationships with engineering and customer representatives.
Provide underway system support for at sea test events.