Senior Systems Engineer; Onsite

Senior Systems Engineer – Satellite Mission Engineering Team (ME)

Location:

Alexandria, Virginia

• Create and implement daily operation plans using complex software and hardware systems.
• Apply command and control tasks and activities.
• Obtain and maintain technical knowledge of a large repository of formal procedures and accurately select and apply correct procedures based on scenario.
• Obtain/apply technical knowledge on various hardware subsystems.
• Document discrepancies as they occur.
• Implement workarounds and contingency plans to minimize impacts of system anomalies.
• Contribute to testing, readiness, training, and implementation of new ground software deliveries.
• Cross‑train in other operator positions as assigned and assist with training of other personnel on the contract team.
• Lead interactions and support all missions, including initialization of new missions.
• Work program level priorities to implement process improvements relevant to the mission supported.
• Periodic travel to interact with personnel from various sites and factories.
• Work in an adaptable small team environment (3–7 people).

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM preferred). Minimum of 5 years of related engineering experience or equivalent.
• Training and certification in operational position.
• Active and transferable TS/SCI CI Poly U.S. government‑issued security clearance required prior to start date.
• U.S. citizenship required.

• Experience working in a virtual team environment.
• Proficient use of Windows and UNIX platforms.
• Experience with Perl, Python, VBA, and/or other scripting languages.
• Experience using the Microsoft Office suite.

• Availability to work overtime, non‑scheduled call‑in work, and combination of day staff and shift schedules.
• Participation in a 24/7 operations environment.

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.