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Prattwhitney

Principal Systems Engineer - Algorithms (ONSITE)

fullerton, CA

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About this opportunity

Prattwhitney lists this Principal Systems Engineer - Algorithms (ONSITE) opportunity in fullerton, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

About the Role

Principal Systems Engineer – Algorithms for the Joint Precision Approach and Landing System (JPALS) program. Must work onsite in Fullerton, CA. U.S. citizenship and an active Secret security clearance are required.

Responsibilities

Develop algorithms, tools and models for the JPALS program.

Provide guidance to the team to conduct analysis for system troubleshooting and analysis.

Conduct independent research and analysis.

Draft technical papers and algorithm descriptions.

Lead technical discussions with customers and the team.

Qualifications

Proficient in MATLAB; code optimization and numerical stability.

Proficient in basic software development principles – configuration control, collaborative development, formal processes.

Proficient in reading and developing algorithm descriptions, mathematical expressions and derivations, matrix manipulations, outlier analysis, and system level analysis.

Proficient in performing data analysis and problem solving (e.g. anomaly investigation).

Proficient technical writing and oral communication.

Experience performing model driven design using Simulink and auto‑generated code.

Understanding of systems engineering discipline.

Minimum 8years relevant experience or an advanced degree in a related STEM field and minimum 5years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience performing complex statistical analysis and/or mathematical modeling.

Experience with development of solutions to GPS Navigation Systems and Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) theory.

Familiar with requirement development and sell‑off.

Willingness to travel and do field work.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.

Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds.

Tuition reimbursement program.

Student loan repayment program.

Life insurance and disability coverage.

Optional coverages including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection.

Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.

Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning.

Autism Benefit.

Employee Assistance Plan with up to 10 free counseling sessions.

Healthy You Incentives and wellness rewards program.

Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits.

Bright Horizons, child and elder care services.

Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program.

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 Section503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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Worksite address

fullerton, CA, 92632, US

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