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Prattwhitney lists this Senior Systems Engineer, Radar Data Analysis - AN/TPY-2 opportunity in woburn, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Overview
We are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join the Radar Performance and Analysis team supporting the AN/TPY-2 missile defense radar program. This onsite position is located in Woburn, MA.
Responsibilities
Parse, process, and analyze raw sensor data, tracks, and detections to evaluate algorithm performance, target discrimination, and tracking accuracy.
Conduct scenario‑based analysis to identify and resolve technical observations.
Perform system performance assessments and validation testing to ensure compliance with requirements and specifications.
Lead system‑level requirements analysis, decomposition, and traceability, managing the full verification and validation lifecycle.
Establish, monitor, and report on Key Performance Metrics (KPMs) and Technical Performance Measures (TPMs), proactively identifying performance trends, variances, and system risks.
Develop and maintain robust MATLAB and Python scripts to automate large‑scale data ingestion, statistical modeling, and performance report generation.
Translate complex data findings into clear technical presentations, dashboards, and documentation for program leadership and military stakeholders.
Qualifications
Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, typically a STEM degree.
Experience in test methodology, data analysis, scripting, and/or software development.
Proficiency with MATLAB, Python, Perl, C/C++, Unix/LINUX.
Experience in radar systems engineering, signal processing analysis, or performance assessment within a defense framework preferred.
Advanced MATLAB and Python scripting skills for automated data processing and visualization.
Familiarity with systems engineering tools such as IBM DOORS.
Strong troubleshooting skills for large‑scale tactical data feeds.
Excellent communication, technical writing, oral presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work within Agile Scrum practices and in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
PhD or master’s degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Business, or related discipline preferred.
U.S. citizenship required; active transferable DoD Secret or higher security clearance required prior to start.
Existing DoD Security Clearance (Secret or higher) required.
Benefits & Compensation
Salary range: $86,800 – $165,200. Potential benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, holidays, parental leave, and other programs; specific benefits depend on the business unit and employment agreement.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
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Worksite address
woburn, MA, 01813, US
Who can apply
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