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# Hardware Systems Engineer (Onsite)

- **Company:** RTX
- **Location:** Joint Base Andrews, MD, United States
- **Salary:** $68,900.0 - $131,100.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Systems Engineering, CompTIA Security+, Computer Engineering, Linux, Intrusion Detection Systems, Satcom, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=b8bcb1e81f2f9c45

## About the Role

* Typically requires a Bachelor's in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM preferred) and a minimum of 2 years of prior engineering experience or equivalent experience.
 * Experience in SATCOM, IT Systems and/or RF test equipment.
 * Experience assigning tasks to meet technical objectives.
 * Experience in problem solving in time-critical situations.
 * An active and transferable TS/SCI CI Poly U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for the required security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

 * SATCOM O&M experience (military, defense contractor, or commercial)
 * Experience in Windows and Linux
 * Experience with facility support systems for SATCOM systems (power, HVAC, Intrusion Detection Systems, etc.)
 * CompTIA Security+ certification or higher
 * COMSEC experience

## Description

Raytheon is seeking a Systems Engineer to work as part of a team that supports satellite communication (SATCOM) activities, in addition to enterprise hardware engineering support. This position is a part of an integral 24/7 Operations environment. Availability for non-scheduled call-ins is required. The job assignment also requires working a rotating day/night shift schedule, assigned based on the adaptable needs of the team. Location: Andrews AFB, Maryland

What You Will Do

 * Operations and maintenance (O&M) of complex software and hardware systems.
 * Report and document anomalous performance and interact with other team members to perform corrective actions.
 * Crosstrain in other assigned areas and assist with the training of other personnel on the contract team.
 * Support test and/or operational activities as necessary.
 * Work in elevated heights.
 * Lift 40 lbs. safely.


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