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Date Posted:
2026-11-10Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WC ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING C BLDGPosition Role Type:
OnsiteU.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
Active and transferable 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 a security clearanceSecurity Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance: SecretSecurity Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required on day 1At 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.
Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.
The Senior Systems Engineer - Digital Engineering / MBSE Innovator will play a key role in advancing digital engineering practices across RTX programs. As a Senior Systems Engineer and MBSE subject matter expert, you will take technical ownership of modeling activities, guide program teams in the application of MBSE methods, and help evolve our Digital Engineering Ecosystem. You will lead the development of system models, shape modeling approaches, and ensure model‑based artifacts effectively support design, analysis, verification, and program decision‑making. You will collaborate across multi‑disciplinary engineering teams, influence technical direction, and provide mentorship to early‑career engineers. This is an onsite role located in McKinney, TX.
What You Will Do
- Lead development of SysML models that capture stakeholder needs, requirements, behavior, architecture, and interfaces
- Guide MBSE implementation on programs, ensuring modeling approaches align to systems engineering processes, program objectives, and customer expectations
- Use system models to generate specifications, perform trade studies, support interface definition, and assess technical performance
- Drive integration of MBSE models into digital threads, linking requirements, design, and analysis across engineering tools and environments
- Promote and apply reusable modeling practices, standards, and MBSE starter models to increase consistency and modeling efficiency
- Mentor Systems Engineers and Modelers, sharing best practices and enabling teams to effectively adopt MBSE workflows
- Communicate technical progress, risks, and recommendations to program leadership, presenting model insights to support engineering decisions
Qualifications You Must Have
- Typically requires a STEM degree and at least 5 years of relevant engineering experience
- Experience applying systems engineering to hardware or integrated hardware/software system development
- Experience developing system requirements, architectures, and interface definitions with traceability across engineering artifacts
- Experience developing SysML models using Cameo Systems Modeler, Cameo Enterprise Architecture, or equivalent MagicDraw tools and collaborating through Teamwork Cloud
- Experience with MBSE methodologies such as MagicGrid or similar structured modeling frameworks
Qualifications We Prefer
- Experience leading MBSE adoption, modeling activities, or small modeling teams within engineering programs
- Familiarity with digital thread concepts, digital twin workflows, and integration of MBSE tools within Digital Engineering environments
- Experience using Syndeia or similar tools to connect models with requirements, design, or analysis data
- Experience with engineering design or analysis tools used across the product development lifecycle
- Exposure to Model-Based Product Line Engineering (MBPLE) and reusable SysML architectures
- Experience applying MBSE starter models, modeling standards, and Raytheon Digital Engineering Ecosystem practices
- Familiarity with data‑visualization tools such as Power BI, Kibana, or Grafana
- Experience working within agile and/or waterfall development methodologies
What We Offer
- Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
- This position is eligible for relocation assistance.
Learn More & Apply Now!
Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:
Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.
As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.
RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.
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Who's Hiring
- Apple17

- Northrop Grumman17

- Raytheon16

- Meta13

- BAE Systems USA13

Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware19
- Technology & Software14
- Consulting & Professional Services7
- Manufacturing5
- Energy3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in digital engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in systems engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field
- Proficiency in model-based systems engineering tools such as Cameo or Rhapsody
- Experience developing or maintaining digital twins and PLM platform integrations
- Familiarity with SysML or UML for architecture and requirements modeling
- Ability to obtain or maintain a security clearance for defense-sector roles
- Experience with requirements management tools such as DOORS or Jama Connect
Tips for Your Digital Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to MBSE tools
Digital engineer roles are screened by tool fluency, so list specific platforms like Cameo, Rhapsody, or Teamcenter by name. Hiring managers scan for these before reading anything else, so front-load them in your skills section and in each relevant role description.
Highlight cross-functional integration work
Employers want engineers who connect systems, software, and hardware teams. Call out projects where you translated requirements across disciplines, managed interface control documents, or owned a digital thread from design through verification. Vague project summaries won't surface this.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists digital engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by clearance requirement
Many digital engineer postings in defense and aerospace require an active security clearance, which narrows the pool significantly. If you hold one, say so explicitly in your resume header. If you don't, focus your search on commercial aerospace, automotive, and industrial automation roles.
Prepare a systems demo for technical screens
Interviewers for digital engineer roles often expect you to walk through a model or architecture you built. Have a concise artifact ready, whether a SysML diagram, a digital twin architecture, or a requirements traceability matrix, and be prepared to explain your design decisions out loud.
Negotiate around clearance sponsorship and tool access
If an offer doesn't include clearance sponsorship or licensed seats for tools central to your work, raise it before you sign. These are real costs to employers and are negotiable at the offer stage, especially if you're the final candidate and the role depends on those resources.
Digital Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most digital engineers?
The most active employers for digital engineers right now are Apple, Northrop Grumman, and Raytheon, and the most openings are in California, Texas, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is concentrated in aerospace, defense, and advanced manufacturing sectors.
How many digital engineer jobs are remote?
About 55% of digital engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies significantly by specialization. Roles centered on digital twin strategy, PLM consulting, and systems architecture tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while positions requiring hands-on lab work or classified facility access are almost always on-site.
How do you become a digital engineer?
Start with a degree in systems engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or computer science. Build hands-on proficiency with at least one model-based systems engineering tool, then seek roles or internships where you work on requirements modeling, architecture design, or PLM integration. Earning a certification in SysML or a vendor-specific platform like Dassault Systèmes strengthens your candidacy considerably.
Can you get hired as a digital engineer without direct experience?
Yes, especially if you can demonstrate systems thinking through academic projects, capstone work, or self-directed modeling exercises. Employers in commercial aerospace and automotive are more open to developing early-career candidates than defense contractors. Build a portfolio that shows a complete model, even a small one, with requirements, architecture, and a verification approach, and you'll stand out from candidates with only coursework to show.
What does the digital engineer interview process look like?
Most processes run three to four stages. An initial recruiter screen is followed by a technical phone interview focused on your modeling methodology and tool experience. A deeper technical panel or take-home exercise typically asks you to work through a systems architecture problem or critique an existing model. Final rounds often involve a hiring manager conversation focused on cross-functional collaboration and program delivery experience.
Where can I find and apply to digital engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to digital engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. The listings cover roles in aerospace, defense, automotive, and manufacturing at every experience level. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to each listing.
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