RTX · 8 hours ago
Lead Systems Engineer - Principal
US-MS-FOREST-431 ~ 19859 Hwy 80 ~ BLDG 431
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$97K/yr - $184K/yr
8+ years expRTX is a company dedicated to helping the nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. They are seeking a highly skilled Lead Systems Engineer to oversee systems engineering activities for a large radar program, ensuring successful production and delivery while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
AerospaceManufacturingSecuritySensorTelecommunications
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Leading systems engineering efforts for the Forest Production Factory, ensuring alignment with program objectives and customer requirements
Overseeing the integration, testing, and validation of radar systems in a production environment
Collaborating with design and manufacturing teams to resolve technical challenges and optimize production processes
Developing and maintain technical documentation, including system specifications, test plans, and reports
Ensuring compliance with RTX lifecycle program management (RLPM) and Checkpoint Gated Process requirements
Providing technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and team members
Interfacing with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to address technical issues and ensure program milestones are met
Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency and product quality
Qualification
Required
Typically Requires a Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) and minimum 8 years of relevant experience
Experience with production environments and/or factory support
Experience with radar systems or similar complex systems
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
Preferred
Engineering experience with radar systems or similar complex systems
Familiarity with RTX lifecycle program management (RLPM) and Checkpoint Gated Process
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Knowledge of Raytheon command media and relevant corporate policies
Master's degree in Engineering and/or Certification in Systems Engineering (e.g., INCOSE CSEP) is a plus
Top Secret clearance (or ability to obtain)
Ability to work on programs requiring special program access
Benefits
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
Holidays
Company
RTX
RTX is comprised of three market-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon – working as one to answer the biggest questions and solve the hardest problems in aerospace and defense.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.2MKey Investors
LIFT Ecosystem Accelerator
2024-02-22Grant· $0.2M
2019-06-09Acquired
2010-01-14Grant· $3M
Leadership Team
Daniel Conroy
Chief Technology Officer - Digital
Kevin DaSilva
Corporate Vice President & Treasurer
Recent News
bloomberglaw.com
2026-01-22
Business Insider
2026-01-09
Company data provided by crunchbase