SDA Sr. Software/Systems Engineer

Dallas, TX, United States

Date Posted:

2024-04-25 Country:

United States of America Location:

AZ805: RMS AP Bldg 805 1151 East Hermans Road Building 805, Tucson, AZ, 85756 USA Position Role Type:

Onsite About Us:

At Raytheon, fresh thinking and possibilities are forged in times of change and you will be on the forefront as we trailblaze new approaches, push the boundaries of innovation and chart a course to a tomorrow you can be proud to have a hand in creating.

Job Summary:

We are currently hiring a Software-focused Senior Systems Engineer to join the Effectors Systems Design & Architecture (SDA) organization located in Tucson, AZ.

SDA is an exciting and challenging environment where you will have the opportunity to design, develop and partner with multi-disciplines to shape innovative solutions for our customers. Join our organization and experience the Systems V engineering life cycle while interfacing with a variety of engineering disciplines, subject matter experts, chief engineers, chief technologists, the customer and so much more to ensure we design, integrate, and strengthen our systems to work the first time and every time for our warfighters!

This position supports missile programs as a Software-focused Responsible Systems engineer, contributing directly to successful software requirements and integration for both fielded and development missile systems.  These responsibilities include managing system and subsystem requirements, providing SE technical oversight during integration and test activities, participating in verification and validation efforts for the system, and providing SE expertise in troubleshooting and failure investigations.  The RSE role requires a high level of technical proficiency in the area of embedded software design, integration and test. This included multi-disciplined coordination, and establishing and maintaining relationships with the embedded software team and customer technical community.

Responsibilities to Anticipate:

Update and maintain all system and subsystem level requirements specifications for embedded software, configurable logic and/or test systems software

SE technical contributor for verification and validation efforts, ensuring all requirements are being assessed

Work closely with the Systems, Software, Configurable Logic and Test teams on a variety of program technical tasks

Participate in technical conversations with the customer

Become a knowledgeable and ‘go-to’ Systems Engineer for the software centric program capabilities

Help to onboard new team members, mentor, and guide them using core Systems Engineering skills

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM)

Five (5) years of experience in one or more of the following technical domains:

Software architecture, design, development, integration, and verification

Configurable Logic / Firmware / VHDL architecture, design, development, integration, and verification

Systems engineering, architecture, and/or design

System performance and analysis

Algorithms and signal processing

Modeling and simulation (for example 6-DOF)

Two (2) years of systems engineering experience with exposure in at least four of the following:

Software or Firmware development

Software or Firmware testing

Interfacing with customers

Developing CONOPS

Developing & Refining System Architecture

Developing & Refining System Requirements

Performing Functional & Physical Analyses

Performing Functional Allocation

Creating & Maintaining Specifications

Developing Requirements Verification Strategies and Plans

Developing Integrated Systems Security Solutions

Subassembly Integration & Verification

System Integration & Verification

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

Preferred Qualifications:

MS or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, Math or Physics

Experience using Agile framework development methods/processes

Experience using Azure DevOps methods/tools

Experience with Matlab, C, C#, C++, Python

Past work experience in a challenging fast paced environment

Ability to perform trade studies to optimize system performance

Familiarity with military systems; tactics, techniques, and procedures

Familiarity with DoD customer infrastructure

Understanding of Systems Engineering Product Development Cycle

Familiarity with system safety, reliability, or mission planning

Experience evaluating and mitigating technical risks

Prior work experience giving technical briefs or presentations

Strong communication skills

Experience with Cost Account Management or Earned Value Management

What We Offer:

Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the superior benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

Additional Details:

Clearance Information: This position requires the eligibility to obtain a security clearance. Non-US citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Defense Industrial Security Clearance Office (DISCO), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

Location Information: This position is located in beautiful Tucson, AZ. Tucson has a friendly, caring and laid-back atmosphere, combined with the innovation and energy of a metropolitan region and recognized as one of America’s 10 Best Small Cities. Surrounded by beautiful mountains, colorful Sonoran Desert landscape and majestic saguaro cacti, Tucson is blessed with some of nature’s best work. Tucson is known for its bright blue skies, and with more than 310 sunny days per year, Tucson’s fantastic weather lets residents enjoy the outdoors year-round.

Employee Referral Award Eligibility:

This requisition is eligible for an employee referral award.  ALL eligibility requirements must be met to receive the referral award.

The salary range for this role is 77,000 USD - 163,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. 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. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. 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. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance. This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window. RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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