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Principal Systems Engineer - Patriot Communications

AI summary of the role

This Principal Systems Engineer role focuses on IP network design and Python software development for the Patriot Communications System.

What you’ll do

  • Design and optimize IP communications network architectures for the Patriot system.
  • Develop configurations and settings for communications devices across a range of hardware.
  • Create orchestration and automation solutions for efficient software management of the communications system.
  • Perform hands-on development, testing, and troubleshooting in development and test labs.

What you’ll bring

  • Typically requires a degree in STEM and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience.
  • Software application development experience using Python or comparable programming languages.
  • Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance (Secret) is required prior to start date.
  • U.S. citizenship is required.

Technologies

Python · IP networking · VoIP · Linux · CCNA · CCNP · Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) · System Security Engineering (SSE) · automation · orchestration

About RTX

Builds aerospace systems, jet engines, and defense technologies through Collins, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon for commercial aviation, governments, militaries, and allies.

Public · 5000+ people

Source and classification

Production engineering · Evidence for this classification:

(LWMDS) organization is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer with experience in Internet Protocol (IP) networks and software engineering using Python to drive the design and development of world‑class air and missile defense communication systems. This hybrid role encompasses responsibilities across both Systems and Software Engineering disciplines. It involves managing the full product development lifecycle and providing ongoing support for a custom Patriot Communications System management software application utilized directly by the warfighter. The position requires strong technical expertise, effective problem‑solving abilities, collaboration skills, and a dedication to delivering high‑quality solutions that address the critical needs of the warfighter. What You Will Do Perform extensive hands-on work in development and test labs with communications hardware, supporting activities
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