Systems Engineer II - Modeling Simulation & Analysis Engineer

RTX

18d•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 engineers develop the next generation of defense technologies that support our military and protect our nation and allies. We are the world’s leader in developing cutting edge defense technologies through simulation-driven virtual environments. Our software products empower the next generation of innovative weapons systems and advanced AI/ML solutions. We are looking for Systems Engineer II - Modeling Simulation & Analysis Engineers who enjoy solving complex problems, engaging in a dynamic team environment, and are eager to learn. As a Systems Engineer II - Modeling Simulation & Analysis Engineer, you will participate in challenging multi-disciplinary work across integrated product teams consisting of Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC), Signal Processing and missile-and-sensor-level Performance Simulations. Our Performance Simulation teams provide, develop, and maintain high fidelity performance simulations, evaluate system performance, support new business initiatives and develop & execute technology roadmaps. This is an Onsite role in Tucson, AZ.

Requirements

Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related STEM degree and a minimum of 2 years of relevant prior experience
Experience applying object-oriented software design and programming in C or C++
Experience using Python or MATLAB for evaluation of data sets
Experience modeling or simulating physical systems
Experience in modeling, simulation, statistics, and/or analysis for existing or proposed engineering solutions
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Secret Security Clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain 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 related STEM degree
Experience using applied system engineering principals, experience working on a team and/or by yourself, interfacing with multiple engineering disciplines
Experience creating and/or presenting technical briefings
Experience developing signal processing / GNC algorithms or models for missile applications
Experience with control hardware design & test and/or hardware & software integration
Experience modeling physics and/or modeling physical systems as related to flight dynamics
Experience using UNIX / Linux based workstations and using Software Configuration Management tools such as Git
Course work or experience in some of the following fields: radar, signal & image processing, radar and/or EO/IR environment models, digital communications, probability and statistics, linear algebra, estimation theory, optimal control, system architecture, inertial navigation, guidance theory

Responsibilities

You will create high fidelity simulations and models for missile design, performance assessment, and flight test support
You will be responsible for the development and implementation of modeling solutions, and subsequently conduct trade studies and evaluation of system and subsystem performance
You will work in a team environment, receiving input from the team supervisors and providing guidance and/or direction to other team members
You will collaborate with Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC), Signal Processing, and other performance personnel to perform simulation activities according to the program schedule
You will work on different projects, determine, and develop approaches and solutions, and provide development guidance throughout the product lifecycle from initial concept to fielded product
You will provide technical expertise for the simulation products of a specific program, and assist Senior Modeling Engineers in the preparation of detailed plans, and may interact with government counterparts as an authority on simulation products