Principal Systems Engineer

Company: RTX
Location: Killeen
Posted on: April 3, 2021

Job Description:

At Raytheon Missiles & Defense, by combining our vast resources and investments, we are able to dedicate ourselves to solving mission-level vs. product-level customer challenges - together we can anticipate more, move faster and make a bigger impact on the big picture.Job Summary:The AN/TPY-2 Consolidated Contractor Logistic Support (CCLS) program is in need of a Radar Systems Engineer supporting the AN/TPY-2 Radars. This position will be located in FT. HOOD, TEXAS.Responsibilities to Anticipate:The Systems Engineer will run engineering tests to troubleshoot radar system anomalies (e.g. REX, BSG, Antenna/Sub-Array/TRIMMs). Provide daily/weekly reports on the status of Engineering activities and maintaining a Radar performance notebook with such data as El Ops runs, satellite tracks, IMU measurements, and Radar calibration as required. Notebook entries will be forwarded to the Missile Defense Center (MDC) in Woburn, MA for performance monitoring and data analysis and regression testing as required. Assist in the establishment of RF Hazard/Keep-Out Zones (KOZs). Assist in the development and implementation of site-unique radiation procedures.Comply with all QA and Automated Logistics Control System (ALCS) reporting requirements associated with providing accurate and complete data in a timely manner. Maintain the health and status of the Radar as well as running the Radar missions.* Provide technical support for the site Radar systems issues and troubleshooting efforts as needed or directed by site manager.* Oversee the Engineering Change Notice (ECN) implementation through closure.* Run regression testing as required.* Plan mission tests, and develop new mission profiles by deliberative planning loaded into the radar and validated.* Execution of mission testing.* Engineering support for Configuration Management (CM) for hardware and software.* Establish data collection/reduction/analysis requirements and procedures for the radar system.* Assist in the establishment of RF Hazard/Keep-Out Zones (KOZs).* Assist in the development and implementation of site-unique radiation procedures.* Evaluate the adequacy and technical content of the FBX-T System Operator's Manual TM FBX-T-10-1 Operating Instructions, Procedures, and Work Packages. Suggest modifications as appropriate.* Evaluate the adequacy and technical content of the AN/TPY-2 Radar Set-Up & Test Plan, and the AN/TPY-2 Radar Environment, Health & Safety Plan. Recommend modifications as appropriate.* Evaluate the adequacy of the existing radar system planned maintenance program.* Comply with all QA and Automated Logistics Control System (ALCS) reporting requirements associated with providing accurate and complete data in a timely manner.* Performs other related tasking and supports the Radar Site Manager.* Travel is predominately domestic with some opportunities for international travel. Total travel is approximately 40%.Qualifications You Must Have:* Bachelor's in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM).* Minimum of 8+ years of experience working with Radar systems and with UNIX and/or MATLAB.* Experience with software/systems integration planning and execution.* Must be able to travel as described above.* Must be able to obtain Security+ certification within 60 days.The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance prior to the start date. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.Qualifications We Value:* Experience with DoD or Missile Defense Programs* AN/TPY-2 Radar* Active CompTIA Security+ Certification* Proficient with MSOffice applicationsWhat We Offer:Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the superior benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.178095Raytheon is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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