Principal, Systems Engineering– Onsite

RTX • Portsmouth, RI

2d • 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. 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 DOORS, Rhapsody, Cameo, and/or other digital engineering tools.
• 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
• Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

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%.

Benefits

• Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.
• Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level