Date Posted:
2023-11-06
Country:
United States of America
Location:
PA602: 302 Science Park Road, Bldg 5C 302 Science Park Road Building 5C, State College, PA, 16803-2214 USA
Position Role Type:
OnsiteJob Description
**This position is eligible for a Sign-On Bonus**
**Sign-on bonuses are not permitted for internal applicants**
About Us:
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:
In the Principal Signals Software Engineering role, you will design, develop, optimize, and test systems using models to successfully satisfy the customer mission for our satellite ground systems team. We are currently looking for a highly skilled and motivated Signals Software Engineer with a focus on radio frequencies, Fourier and digital signals processing to join our Satellite Ground System Team.
Location: This is an onsite position in either State College, PA or Annapolis Junction, MD.
Clearance requirements: This position requires an active and transferable TS/SCI Full Scope Polly (FSP) U.S. government issued security clearance prior to start date.
Responsibilities to Anticipate:
- Design, develop and modify software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcome and consequences of design.
- Collaborate with the engineering team to integrate signal processing software with satellite ground systems.
- Develop and implement algorithms for signal processing, including Fourier transforms, digital signal processing, and RF signal processing.
- Analyze and optimize signal processing algorithms for improved performance.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to signal processing software.
- Lead one or more software development teams and ensure the work is completed in accordance with the constraints of the software development process being used on any project.
- Follow established Software processes and procedures, development, documentation and maintenance/management of operations concepts and requirements.
Basic Qualifications:
- Eight (8) years’ experience as a Signals Software Engineer (SSWE) or equivalent on a project with a focus on Radio Frequency (RF) to include experience with Fourier transforms, filtering, communications theory, digital modulation, error control coding, signals analysis tools (e.g., Wigner-Ville transform (WVT), DVT), and digital signal processing (e.g., adaptive beamforming/ filtering, demodulation).
- Experience in software development, with a focus on signal processing, radio frequencies, and Fourier analysis.
- Software and system-level debugging experience including the ability to identify problems in established code and make modifications as necessary.
- Typically requires Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and 8 years of software engineering experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with software defined radio architectures
- Experience in programming languages such as Java, C, C++, and Python.
- Experience with satellite communication systems and ground systems.
- Experience with commercial wireless standards
- Experience with geolocation techniques
- Experience with software configuration management
- Experience with Python and Matlab
What We Offer:
Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance, and child/adult backup care.
This requisition is eligible for an employee referral award. ALL eligibility requirements must be met to receive the referral award.
Relocation assistance available provided final candidate meets eligibility requirements.
State College, PA, known primarily for being home to Penn State University, offers a range of attractions and benefits for those considering living and working there. Here are the top 10 reasons:
- Penn State University: As one of the country's leading public research universities, Penn State offers a plethora of educational, employment, and cultural opportunities.
- Small-Town Feel with Big City Amenities: Despite its modest size, State College boasts a wide variety of restaurants, theaters, and shops, ensuring residents get the best of both worlds.
- Outdoor Activities: With proximity to several parks and forests like Rothrock State Forest, there are plenty of opportunities for hiking, biking, and exploring nature.
- Strong Sense of Community: The local community is tight knit, often coming together for events, parades, and the hugely popular Arts Fest.
- Low Crime Rate: State College frequently ranks as one of Pennsylvania's safest towns, making it a great place to raise a family.
- Cultural Events: Thanks to the university, there's a constant influx of speakers, concerts, theater productions, and sports events.
- Educational Opportunities: Aside from Penn State, the area boasts excellent public and private schools, making it ideal for families.
- Economic Stability: The presence of Raytheon and Penn State provides economic stability, offering jobs in education, research, and related industries.
- Central Location: Situated in the heart of Pennsylvania, State College is relatively close to major cities like Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Washington, D.C., making weekend getaways convenient.
- Diverse Population: The university attracts students, faculty, and staff from around the world, leading to a more diverse and inclusive community than might be expected in a small town.
RTX 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.
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