Systems Engineer - Onsite - Tucson, AZ

2026 Systems Engineer I - Onsite - Tucson, AZ at Raytheon summary:

Entry-level systems engineer role supporting design, requirements, architecture, verification/validation, trade studies, integration, and testing for defense effectors using MBSE and Agile methods. Position requires STEM bachelor’s degree, basic Matlab/C++ skills, U.S. citizenship, and an active/transferable DoD Secret clearance (or ability to obtain). Onsite in Tucson, AZ with relocation eligibility and a salary range of $57,200–$108,800.

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At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

Job Summary:

As a System Design Engineer within the Effectors:
System Design Department, you will interface with the customer to develop CONOPS, system architecture, system requirements and manage qualification, verification and validation. You will also perform functional / physical analysis, allocation, and trade studies. You will support engineering testing, integration and flight-testing, production, system deployment, and post deployment support across the product lifecycle. Through Digital Transformation (DTx) you will perform these functions using a variety of methods and enabling technologies, including Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and Agile product development.

This role is 100% on-site at our Tucson, AZ campus.

What You Will Do:

• Requirements decomposition and lower tier requirements derivation for the system. Requirements development and maturation to include subsystem and component level. (through this you learn and communicate how the system is really going to function
• Develop system architectures that meet the system performance and interface requirements
• Perform trade studies on the best solutions to develop the system. (you determine the most efficient design that has the lowest cost)
• Establish verification and validation techniques for requirements at all indenture ships of complex systems to include application of simulation, testing, analysis, and demonstration.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM)
• Matlab and/or C++ experience
• This position requires 12 months or less of relevant professional work experience (excluding internships).
• 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 Prefer

• Specific majors:
  Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering
• A cumulative GPA of 3.00
• Experience or coursework in System Design
• Modeling and Simulation experience
• Ability to analyze issues and define solutions
• Strong communication skills including effective written, verbal, and listening skills
• Self-starter with the ability to independently pursue information and solve problems
• Proven strong analytical skills and problem solving abilities
• Basic Engineering skills and interest in how systems are developed and function
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment
• Ability to problem solve and seek out additional resources

What We Offer:

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value:
  Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• Relocation eligible

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