Oceans Systems Engineering Onsite

RTX•Portsmouth, RI

10d•$107,500 - $204,500•Onsite

About The Position

Raytheon’s Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities (SE&TC) Surface Radars & Sensors Center is seeking experienced Principal Systems Engineers interested in ocean engineering. Our Portsmouth, RI team primarily supports programs in the naval undersea and naval surface domains, including sensor systems, mine countermeasures, submarines, torpedoes, combat systems, and ship architecture/integration. Our engineers perform underwater acoustics analysis and tracking, develop and manage system requirements, integrate hardware and software, develop test plans and procedures, debug and evaluate system functions and interfaces, and verify system requirements in support of final sell-off to the customer. We assemble our systems, test them in the lab or the field, analyze performance metrics, and ensure our products work seamlessly the first time and every time. This role is viewed as a subject matter expert within the discipline, tackling problems that are often difficult and highly complex. The position requires minimal oversight and involves coaching, reviewing work of team members. In this position, your technical expertise and ability to independently make informed decisions will be crucial in driving the success of complex projects.

Requirements

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience.
Experience with underwater acoustics analysis, sensor systems, and/or naval system development.
Experience with system integration and/or test.
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 being able to break down complex problems, analyze data effectively, and identify actionable solutions, all while maintaining a sharp focus on details.
Experience with identifying root causes of system failures through detailed diagnostics, implementing timely fixes to restore functionality, and develop preventative measures to avoid recurrence.
Experience analyzing system performance metrics and applying optimization techniques to enhance efficiency and functionality.
Experience with understanding when tasks and deliverables are completed within allocated financial resources while maintaining alignment with organizational goals and priorities.
Experience in developing testing procedures, reports, and troubleshooting complex systems.

Responsibilities

Perform system performance evaluations and in-depth analysis to identify opportunities for new functionality and system enhancements.
Contribute to the development of new procedures, processes, and standards to enhance team performance and project outcomes.
Create/modify documentation in support of reviews associated with formal testing, which may include Test Readiness Review (TRR), Consent to Ship (CTS), Test Data Review (TDR) packages, and effectively communicate results to leadership and stakeholders.
Demonstrate the ability to effectively multitask and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Overcome obstacles by proactively identifying potential roadblocks, negotiating changes to ensure project success, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders to drive alignment and resolve conflicts.
Travel, both domestic and international, to support customer events, with an expected travel requirement not exceeding 25%.