Senior Systems Engineer
Company: RTX
Location: Fort Wayne
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Date Posted: 2026-01-09 Country: United States of America
Location: IN301: 1010 Production Rd Ft Wayne IN 1010 Production
Road , Fort Wayne, IN, 46808 USA 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: DoD Clearance: Secret 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. The
Electronic Warfare and Airborne Sensors department within the Space
and Air Sensors; Systems Engineering & Test Capabilities
(SE&TC) organization has an immediate opening for a Senior
Systems Engineer to support the design, development, and testing of
cutting-edge Electronic Warfare (EW) technology for a suite of
products across multiple programs. This position supports a variety
of activities including but not limited to architecture
development, requirements management, and development oversight for
signal processing systems and software defined RF systems (radar,
communications, and/or EW). This is an onsite position located in
Fort Wayne, Indiana. What You Will Do Analyze, develop, and
implement engineering solutions for complex systems operating under
moderate technical uncertainty Assess the customer’s architectural
needs and desired capabilities and participate in requirements
decomposition to ensure appropriate allocation of technical
architecture elements Create innovative solutions to complex
technical challenges in signal processing design Design, modify,
and/or test existing electronic warfare signal?processing and
control algorithms, along with the associated system software
Develop and execute test plans, including test simulations and lab
tests to verify system capability Evaluate and assess functional
performance of developmental RF systems, including signal
processing subsystems, software, and/or firmware/control algorithms
Support bid and proposal efforts by providing accurate labor
estimations and material cost estimations Maintain organized
workflows, documentation, and processes to support team operations
Prepare and deliver technical presentations, design reviews, and
test result briefings to internal teams and external stakeholders
Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a Bachelor’s in
Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM preferred)
and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant systems engineering
experience RF system design, digital and analog signal processing,
waveform and modulation analysis, and algorithm development,
implementation, and testing. Knowledge defining system
architectures, including requirements derivation, allocation,
traceability, and configuration management. Experience with
developing system models, simulations, and analytical tools to
evaluate, predict, and optimize system performance. Ability to
support occasional business travel (20% or less). Active and
transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is
required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only
U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Qualifications
We Prefer Familiarity with development, implementation, and test of
RF jamming algorithms MATLAB, Python, C++, PathWave ADS, AMD
Vivado, and/or PathWave EMPro for simulation and design of RF
systems RF receiver/exciter product design, development, and/or
test experience in electronic warfare systems Embedded systems and
embedded programming Experience implementing digital signal
processing solutions on embedded processors and digital hardware
Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles and tools (e.g.
Cameo or similar) Knowledge of DOORS for requirements management
What We Offer Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and
performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX
we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and
Innovation Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance is available
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. Privacy Policy and Terms:
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