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Sr Principal Systems Engineer - Raytheon
Systems Engineer
Lead complex defense systems architecture and integration, driving design, development, and deployment of mission‑critical software and hardware solutions for top‑secret DoD programs.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Architect and oversee end‑to‑end system design for high‑integrity defense platforms, ensuring compliance with DoD standards and security requirements.
- Lead cross‑functional teams in developing and validating embedded C++/Python code, firmware, and networked components.
- Conduct rigorous system verification, validation, and risk assessments, producing technical documentation and reports for senior stakeholders.
- Collaborate with acquisition and operations teams to translate mission requirements into scalable, maintainable solutions.
- Mentor junior engineers, fostering best practices in secure coding, configuration management, and continuous integration.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field.
- 10+ years of experience designing and integrating complex defense systems.
- Proficiency in C++ and Python for embedded and application development.
- Strong knowledge of network security, DoD acquisition processes, and secure software lifecycle.
- Active Top Secret security clearance required; U.S. citizenship mandatory.
Skills
cpythonnetwork security