Senior Principal Systems Engineer / SME (Cyber & Analytics)

Date Posted:
2026-11-09


Country:
United States of America


Location:
US-MD-ANNAPOLIS JUNCTION-339 ~ 306 Sentinel Dr ~ 339 BLDG


Position Role Type:
Onsite


U.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 clearance​


Security Clearance Type:
TS/SCI with Poly - Current


Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required on 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 Senior Principal Systems Engineer / SME (Cyber & Analytics) 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 & Cyber 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 challenge our extraordinary engineers to resolve problems and make the world a safer place. AST’s work environment is dynamic, 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 located at our Annapolis Junction, MD location. To find out more about AST please, click the link below:
Applied Signal Technology: WHO WE ARE
What You Will Do:
Advance research, innovation, and technical delivery in cyber intelligence to enable defensive cyber operations (DCO), secure weapons systems, and analyze adversarial threat vectors for government sponsors
Hands-on technical or engineering oversight in adversary emulation, threat hunting, cyber analytics, malware analysis, or reverse engineering. Guide sponsors in building out next-generation Threat Intelligence Platforms (TIPs) and target development
Serve as the senior technical authority in leading the architecture, end-to-end systems integration, and optimization of complex packet-based hardware and software platforms that directly drive Computer Network Operations (CNO) and SIGINT mission outcomes
Architect, modernize, and optimize complex mission systems utilizing COTS/GOTS; drive automation initiatives to enhance system reliability under tight timelines; provide top-tier troubleshooting for lifecycle sustainment
Generate, analyze, and mature Concept of Operation (CONOP) designs which will be a blueprint for operational missions, mission support, and/or mission sustainment
Perform as a key contributor in transitioning technical solutions to fieldable/operational solutions
Generate briefings and present material to team members, customers, and AST management as necessary
Have extensive early and continuing interaction with customers to define the solution, project scope and then act as a liaison for the customer within the company
Collaborate with project managers and other professionals within Engineering
Travel up to 25%
Qualifications You Must Have:
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience
Experience in strategic, operational/tactical, and contingency planning in support of CONOP generation/refinement and will enable efficient transition from concept to mission operation
Experience in operational cyber, cyber intelligence, or related mission spaces
Deep knowledge of adversary tradecraft, TTPs, and utilizing cyber operations as a tool of statecraft
Working command of hardware/software infrastructure, custom automation scripting (BASH, Perl, Python)
Experience formalizing, developing, and writing requirements, plans, and procedures based on customer discussions, briefings, interactions, and statements of work
Experience with bid and proposal activities related to system development
Experience recognizing areas of improvement or customer needs and relaying them to senior staff as business development possibilities
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, and test design, planning and execution
Experience leading design and development teams
Active and transferable Top Secret SCI (TS/SCI) U.S. government issued security clearance with polygraph is required prior to start date.
U.S citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Qualifications We Prefer:
Advanced degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) concentration and 10 years of experience
Experience with Design, Development, Integration and Test of complex systems
Experience with Telecommunications standards and processing techniques
Direct experience in enterprise telecommunication network design, deployment, and sustainment (specifically focused on both Metro area and long haul networks)
Adept at communicating (verbal and written) with all levels within and outside the company, ability to prepare and deliver presentations/summaries which appropriately address the intended audience
Experience developing system level designs, high level control and data interfaces
Experience with cybersecurity concepts such as red/blue teaming, defense-in-depth, and/or network penetration
Experience with reverse engineering software and/or hardware
Experience with Design, Development, Integration and Test of complex Communication systems
Experience in developing proof-of-concept (PoC) use case scenarios for novel cybersecurity systems
Experience with creating proof-of-concept (PoC) use case scenarios and prototypes from initial ideas
Existing TS/SCI with Polygraph (within the last 24 months)
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 ​
Eligible for relocation
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 most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today. ​
*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.
Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work

Skills
Python, TypeScript, Business Development