Principal Systems Engineer

RTX•Aurora, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At 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.

Requirements

Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Science, Physics, Mathematics, or another STEM discipline and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience
Experience applying object-oriented software design and programming using C or C++
Experience using Python or MATLAB to analyze engineering data and evaluate system performance
Experience developing models or simulations of physical systems and applying modeling, simulation, statistical analysis, or engineering analysis to evaluate system solutions
Active 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.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Degree in Engineering, Science, Mathematics, or another STEM discipline
Experience applying systems engineering principles within multi-disciplinary engineering teams
Experience developing and presenting technical briefings to customers and engineering leadership
Experience developing Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) algorithms, signal processing algorithms, or missile performance models
Experience with control hardware design, hardware/software integration, or systems integration and test
Experience modeling flight dynamics, physics-based systems, or missile performance characteristics
Experience working in UNIX or Linux environments and using software configuration management tools such as Git
Coursework or experience in radar, signal and image processing, EO/IR systems, digital communications, probability and statistics, linear algebra, estimation theory, optimal control, system architecture, inertial navigation, or guidance theory

Responsibilities

Develop high-fidelity models and simulations to support missile design, performance assessment, and flight test activities
Design, develop, and implement modeling and simulation solutions while conducting trade studies and evaluating system and subsystem performance
Collaborate with Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC), Signal Processing, and Systems Engineering teams to execute simulation activities in support of program objectives and schedules
Analyze simulation results and provide technical recommendations that influence system architecture and design decisions
Support product development throughout the entire lifecycle, from initial concept through fielded deployment
Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineering teams while supporting design reviews, technical interchange meetings, and customer engagements
Contribute to the development of technology roadmaps and innovative modeling solutions that support future mission capabilities