Date Posted:
2026-05-20
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-RI-PORTSMOUTH-PS1 ~ 1847 W Main Rd ~ NIMITZ BLDG
Position Role Type:
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
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
Security Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance: Secret
Security Clearance Status:
Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date
At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.
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 Senior Systems Engineers with experience or strong interest in Naval Radar engineering. The Portsmouth, RI team supports programs across the naval undersea and surface domains, including sensor systems, mine countermeasures, submarines, torpedoes, combat systems, and ship architecture and integration. This position involves regular collaboration across engineering disciplines to identify issues, implement technical solutions, and support integration and test activities. Engineers will gain broad exposure to system components and interfaces and contribute directly to ensuring radar system functionality and performance. Engineers will perform radar data analysis and tracking, develop and manage system requirements, integrate hardware and software, create test plans and procedures, evaluate system functions and interfaces, and verify requirements in support of system sell‑off.
What You Will Do
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Develop and execute test plans, procedures, and integration/verification documentation in both simulated and operational environments
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Perform system requirements analysis, develop and manage requirements, and ensure traceability throughout integration and test activities
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Analyze and resolve hardware, software, and system issues through detailed data review and debugging
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Integrate hardware and software components into tactical systems and assess overall system functionality and performance
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Collaborate across teams to address system‑level issues and implement technical improvements
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Work with multidisciplinary engineering teams to achieve effective system integration and functional maturity
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Produce integration documentation, execute and analyze tests, verify requirements, and clearly communicate results to leadership and stakeholders
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Support customer events with domestic travel up to approximately 20%
Qualifications You Must Have
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Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience
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Experience with MATLAB, Python, and/or other programing languages
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Experience with radar data and/or analysis tools
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Experience with system integration (e.g. AAW, BMD, etc.)
Qualifications We Prefer
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Experience with DOORS, Rhapsody, Cameo, or other digital engineering tools
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Experience developing requirements, test procedures and reports, and/or analysis of complex systems
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Experience working in integration labs, test facilities, or field environments
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Experience diagnosing root causes of system failures, implementing corrective actions, and developing preventative measures
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Experience presenting technical analyses, findings, and recommendations to leadership and customers
What We Offer
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Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
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Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance available
Learn More & Apply Now!
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Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.
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Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.
Welcome to Raytheon in Portsmouth, RI
As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.
The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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 Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.
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