Senior Systems Test Engineer

RTX

. Serve as technical leader of small to medium engineering development teams .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeRemote • Maryland • United StatesSenior💰 $86,800 - $165,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in systems engineering, including full life-cycle tasks such as requirements analysis, architecture design, and software integration. Proficient in leading engineering teams and applying advanced technologies like artificial intelligence and machine learning in software development.

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Lead Systems EngineeringSoftware Development Program ExperienceActive DoD Secret Security ClearanceJava, C++, Linux, PowerShell, PythonSystems Integration and Testing

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Hard Skills

Systems EngineeringRequirements AnalysisArchitecture DesignSoftware IntegrationArtificial IntelligenceMachine LearningMulti-Sensor FusionFormal TestingVerification and ValidationCustomer Software Installation

Soft Skills

Technical LeadershipProblem SolvingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

DOORSCameoEnterprise ArchitectRational SuiteLinuxWindowsVirtual MachinesContainers

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. Government-Issued Security ClearanceDoD Secret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Link 16 Tactical Data LinkCommand and ControlSurveillance/RadarsAir Traffic ControlMission PlanningMissile SystemsCombat/Fire Control SystemsAegisSSDS Mk IIMBSE

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaLinuxPythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as technical leader of small to medium engineering development teams
Perform full life-cycle systems engineering tasks, including system requirements analysis, definition, architecture design, trade studies, integration, verification and validation, formal testing, and software installation
Work with systems engineering subject matter experts to solve critical technical problems with innovative solutions
Support software development projects involving multi-sensor and information fusion, networked situational awareness, artificial intelligence/machine learning, and visualization technologies
Travel to customer sites as needed
Attend select interview steps in person at an office location if requested

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience as lead systems or test engineer on a software development program
Typically requires a STEM degree and minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance
U.S. citizenship required
Active and existing DoD Secret security clearance required after day 1
Experience with Link 16 Tactical Data Link, Command and Control, Surveillance/Radars, Air Traffic Control, Mission Planning, Missile Systems, Combat/Fire Control Systems, Aegis, or SSDS Mk II preferred
Experience with systems-of-systems software integration and testing across Linux, Windows, virtual machines, and containers preferred
Experience with Java, C++, Linux shells, PowerShell, and Python preferred
Experience with customer software installation, systems integration, formal software qualification tests, and demonstrations preferred
Understanding of MBSE and UML preferred
Requirements development and requirements management tools such as DOORS preferred
System architecture design and architecture tools such as Cameo, Enterprise Architect, or Rational Suite preferred
Understanding of systems engineering concepts, practices, procedures, and ISO/IEC/IEEE standards preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
401(k) plan with employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional pet, home and auto, additional life and accident, critical illness, group legal, and ID theft protection insurance
Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts second opinion program
Relocation eligibility
Flexible work schedules
Employee Scholar Program
Paid time off and holidays
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be available; payments are not guaranteed