MSA Signal & Sensor Modeling Section Lead (M4)

About Us**:**

At Raytheon Missiles & Defense, fresh thinking and possibilities are forged in times of change and you will be on the front lines as we trail blaze new approaches, push the boundaries of innovation, and chart a course to a tomorrow you can be proud to have a hand in creating.

Job Summary**:**

The Algorithm & Simulation (A&S) Directorate is responsible for algorithm development including Guidance, Navigation, and Control; radio frequency (RF) and electro-optical/infrared (EO-IR) Signal Processing; and missile-and-sensor-level Modeling and Simulation for RMD's broad portfolio of projects, programs, and products. The Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis (MSA) teams design advanced, physics-based modeling solutions and support performance predictions through the creation and execution of simulation-driven virtual environments.

We value diverse skills and experience. Your qualifications could add tremendous value to our team. Our customers come from all different backgrounds, and so do our employees. If you’re passionate about what you could accomplish here, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities to Anticipate:

• The MSA Effectors Section Lead will have a technical role on at least one program in addition to performing the day-to-day leadership of a group of MSA engineers specializing in Signal and Sensor Modeling. 
• You will provide guidance, direction, mentoring and influencing skills, and foster teamwork and interdependent execution for approximately 10 – 20 Engineers
• You will participate in talent acquisition, goal setting, performance development, and merit appraisal for your team
• You will ensure each direct report has suitable work assignments and opportunities for growth and career advancement
• You will support other organizational leaders in their role to develop employees, projects or strategic activities
• You will support estimating and development of new project plans and strategic efforts
• You will resolve complex problems that require analysis and make moderate contributions to improvement of discipline processes

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related STEM degree
• With a Bachelor’s degree listed above, you must have eight (8) years or more of documented work and/or academic experience in the following areas (an advanced degree will satisfy 3 years of work experience):
  • Professional experience with genSim 6DOF simulations, genWorld, and either genIR or genRF signal and sensor modeling tools.
  • Experience managing a team of experienced professionals
  • Experience defining plans for project execution and working with individuals across work areas and geographic locations to assist with execution of work tasks
  • Experience programming in C++, C, Fortran, or other high order language
  • Experience using MATLAB or Python for evaluation of data sets
  • Experience developing or simulating physical systems
  • Experience understanding tactical software interactions with simulation interfaces
  • Academic or work experience in modeling, simulation, statistics, or analysis as related to understanding the behavior and performance of existing or proposed engineering solutions
• 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 Value:

• Advanced Degree in Engineering, Science, Mathematics, or related discipline
• Experience with hardware/software integration
• Previous management experience in the following:
  • Developing and mentoring new employees
  • Communicating with different levels of employees, departments, and/or customers
  • A leadership role within a Modeling & Simulation department and/or function
  • Team building
  • Interviewing and hiring new employees
• Experience as a Control Account Manager (CAM)
• Earned Value Management System Certification
• Experience and knowledge of the Integrated Product Development System (IPDS), Proposals and Basis of Estimates (BOEs)

What We Offer**:**

Whether you are just starting out on your career journey, or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package including compensation, healthcare, wellness, retirement, work/life benefits, career development and recognition programs. Some of the best benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance, and child/adult backup care.

Employee Referral Award Eligibility**:** 

Only employees currently within RMD and RI&S have the potential to receive a Referral Award for submitting a referral to RMD and RI&S roles.  All eligibility requirements must be met to receive the Referral Awarding.

Requires practical knowledge in leading and managing the execution of processes, projects, and tactics within one work area.

Typically has broad knowledge and skills within a specific technical or professional discipline with understanding of the impact of work on other areas of the organization.

Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years’ experience

Engineering/Other Technical Positions: Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.

Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.