Combat Systems Engineer II

About the role

Raytheon is seeking a talented and motivated Combat Systems Engineer II to join our Surface Radar team within the Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities (SE&TC) Discipline, supporting the Ship Systems Integration & Sustainment portfolio of products. As a Systems Engineer you will apply your experience in system installation, configuration, activation, stage testing, and advanced troubleshooting working on the advanced Naval Radar systems currently employed by the US Navy. This position is based in San Diego, CA, with exciting opportunities to conduct shipboard testing during ship system activations, testing, and at-sea periods.

What You Will Do

• Serve as a technical member of the Shipboard Test Team, working with various stakeholders Systems Integration and System Test Management, Navy Agencies, Navy Labs, and key vendors.
• Perform various radar equipment installation, checkout, testing, reporting of results, Hardware and Firmware upgrades and maintain records as required.
• Ensure the upkeep and functionality of the Ship's radar systems.
• Provide daily internal status reports to the area lead and key stakeholders.
• Establish and maintain relationships with engineering and customer representatives.
• Provide underway system support for at sea test events.
• Physical requirements of this position will include: the ability to work in confined spaces, climb stairs, lift and carry 35 lbs., work in an industrial environment, and live/work for short periods at sea.
• This position will require up to 30% travel to testing and activation locations, to include at-sea periods onboard US Navy Ships.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience with combat system operation and maintenance, including radar system installation, integration, and/or troubleshooting.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with SPY-1 or SPY-3 radar systems, including troubleshooting, operation, and corrective maintenance.
• 2+ years of experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux in operational or enterprise environments.
• 2+ years of experience with network troubleshooting, including routing, switching, and enclave connectivity.
• Industry certifications such as CISCO CCNA or Red Hat OS.
• Prior experience working aboard U.S. Naval ships.
• Familiarity with MATLAB for data analysis, modeling, or system performance evaluation.

What We Offer

• Relocation assistance available

Pay

The salary range for this role is 75,800 USD - 144,200 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.

Benefits

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.

Schedule

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.