Systems Engineer II – Tactical Missile System Simulation

Location: US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB3 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ CONCORD BLDG, Tewksbury Tb3 300 Concord
Date Posted:
Country: United States of America
Location: US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB3 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ CONCORD BLDG, Tewksbury Tb3 300 Concord
Position Role Type: Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. 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: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

At RTX, the world's 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.
Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

We are seeking a Systems Engineer II to support the development of a virtual crew drill trainer software application that simulates a tactical missile system in a first-person 3D environment built in Unreal Engine. This role is ideal for individuals with strong problem‑solving skills and a foundational understanding of software or electromechanical systems. You will work as an individual contributor within a multidisciplinary scrum team, collaborating with tactical system Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and adhering to contract deliverable formats and standards.

The position offers opportunities to learn new skills, grow professionally, and gain exposure to project and program management.

• Research tactical system concepts using schematics, functional block diagrams, system data, parts lists, CAD drawings, and technical manuals.
• Generate requirements documents to guide software engineers in developing training scenarios within existing applications.
• Collaborate with software engineers throughout implementation.
• Conduct software testing against established requirements.
• Document, track, and support resolution of software defects.
• Work in a fast-paced environment that demands accuracy and attention to detail.
• Travel occasionally (up to 10%) domestically and internationally to support customer test events, data collection, and development of foreign military partnerships.

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience with software and/or electromechanical systems.
• Experience with Microsoft Products.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Familiarity with core engineering principles and systems engineering lifecycle concepts.
• Analytical, problem‑solving mindset with experience in requirements generation and configuration management.
• Exposure to Agile methodologies, including scrum practices.
• Understanding of object‑oriented design, basic coding concepts, and simulation or radar system fundamentals; familiarity with technical manuals and military procedures is ideal.

• 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.
• 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 68,900 USD - 131,100…