Systems Engineer II (SEIT)

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Date Posted: 2026-09-04 Country: United States of America Location: US-UT-WEST VALLEY CITY-338 ~ 1127 & 1128 w 2400 S ~ BLDG 338 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance Type: TS/SCI without Polygraph Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1 Raytheon Company managed by Collins Aerospace At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Applied Signal Technology (AST) is seeking a Systems Engineer II (SEIT) who strives for excellence and have a passion to be part of a team that strengthens our nation and improves the security of our world. AST provides trusted strategic and tactical SIGINT solutions that secure the interests of the U.S. and its partners. AST’s work in areas such as high-capacity broadband communications, signal processing and analysis, tactical SIGINT, and wireless communications continually challenges our extraordinary engineers to resolve problems and make the world a safer place. AST’s work environment is passionate, highly collaborative and provides engineers the freedom to strengthen and expand their skills, explore new and creative ideas, and work closely with our nation’s finest service members all while embracing integrity, innovation, and work-life balance.This is an ONSITE position at our Salt Lake City, UT location. To find out more about AST, please click the following link - Applied Signal Technology: WHO WE AREWhat You Will Do • You will work with other experienced members in R&D on system development and deployments for the protection of our country. • You will generate briefings and present material to team members, customers, and AST Management as necessary. • You will be an integral part of a team that makes decisions and generates ideas that will push products above and beyond. • May travel up to 25% Qualifications You Must Have • Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) minimum 2 years prior relevant experience • Practical experience in Systems Engineering including experience with design, development and testing of custom hardware and software systems of high complexity • Experience interacting with development teams to resolve discrepancies and issues • Experience identifying, analyzing, and resolving problems in all phases of the system lifecycle • Experience with Systems Integration, test execution, and test results documentation • Experience problem solving and debugging • Experience recognizing areas of improvement or customer needs and relaying them to senior staff as business development possibilities • Experience working with customers, end users, hardware design teams, and software design teams • The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Top-Secret SCI (TS/SCI) security clearance is required. • U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Qualifications We Prefer • Experience formalizing, developing, and writing requirements, plans, and procedures based on customer discussions, briefings, interactions, and statements of work. • Experience developing system level designs and data interfaces • Experience with Design, Development, Integration and Test of complex Communication systems • Experience developing high speed processing hardware or complex control software • Experience generating test scripts to automate integration • Experience with bid and proposal activities related to system development • Experience with Fiber Optics, RF or Telecommunications standards and processing techniques • Understanding of telecommunications systems concepts and signal processing fundamentals. • Experience developing training courses and training others • Experience with scripting languages, such as Python or Bash • Existing TS/SCI with polygraph What We Offer​ • Medical, dental, and vision insurance ​ • Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees ​ • Generous 401(k) plan that includes 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 coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection ​ • Birth, adoption, 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 Eligible • And more! Learn More & Apply Now!​ Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their