Date Posted:
2025-12-01
Country:
United States of America
Location:
HMA03: ISR Systems - Westford HO 7 Technology Park Drive, Westford, MA, 01886 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:
Secret - Current
At RTX , 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 is a world leader in high altitude imaging sensors. As such, we in the Advanced Product Solutions department provide the United States Government and International Partners with remote sensing systems, for time critical intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) operations. Our ISR Information and Intelligence Engineering group develops algorithms and software for processing, optimizing, and creating intelligence products from these sensors.
Raytheon is seeking a highly skilled Chief Systems Engineer to lead engineering teams in advancing state-of-the-art imaging technologies. This role involves working on cutting-edge electro-optical (EO) and infrared (IR) remote sensing systems that directly contribute to national defense and global security. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in image and metadata processing, image quality, and the integration, testing, and flight operations of complex electromechanical systems. Experience with aircraft integration, mission planning, and ground image processing is highly valued. Additionally, candidates should have a proven track record in project management, cost and schedule accountability, process innovation, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver results across various contract @types.
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What You Will Do
Lead teams of engineers to deliver on complex programs.
Take responsibility for cost and schedule of technical tasks on said program.
Support manufacturing, Integration and Test, Aircraft Integration, Delivery Support and Post Delivery Support teams with technical expertise to assist them in accomplishing their tasks on schedule and within allowable budget.
Fill a customer facing role with both foreign and domestic customers
Balance the needs of the company with the needs of the customer to deliver a high-quality product that meets customer requirements
Comply with engineering development processes and program development life cycles
This 1st shift role will be 100% on-site and based in Westford, MA.
Qualifications You Must Have
Typically requires a bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
Experience in all phases of development program lifecycle
Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with multidisciplinary teams of system design professionals including systems, electrical, mechanical, software
Working knowledge of multiple engineering disciplines with a strong focus on sensor systems development & integration
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.
Qualifications We Prefer
Experience as Project Engineer, Integrated Product Team (IPT) lead, or comparable role
Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with multidisciplinary teams of system design professionals including systems, electrical, mechanical, software
Program Management skills such as Integrated Master Schedule Development, Cost Account Management, Earned Value Management
Experience with sensor and avionics equipment integration on airborne platforms
Experience coordinating and executing System Integration Lab and Flight Test qualification events
What We Offer
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.
Not Relocation Eligible - Relocation assistance not available
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Please consider the following role @type definition as you apply for this role.
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.
Clearance Information: This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), 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
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 124,000 USD - 250,000 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 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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