Pratt & Whitney
Overview
Date Posted:
2025-09-15
Country:
United States of America
Location:
MA105: BBN Headquarters 10 Moulton Street, Cambridge, MA, 02138 USA
Position Role Type:
Hybrid
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:
DoD Clearance: Secret
RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses: Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. The company is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.
(FOR INTERNAL RTX CANDIDATES ONLY)
In addition to completing this application, sponsorship form and letter of intent must be submitted along with your resume/CV.
(FOR ALL CANDIDATES)
If you meet the basic qualifications, you will be invited to complete a supplemental application form and solicit a number of recommendation letters from internal and external sources.
Role Description Technical Fellow, Sensor Systems – RTX BBN Technologies
RTX BBN Technologies’ (BBN) Physical Sciences and Systems business unit is seeking a Sensor Systems Technical Fellow to lead in the growth of our sensing and sensor processing capabilities. The department focuses on bridging sensing of physical phenomena at the limits of detection and creating custom high-throughput, low-latency processing hardware and software systems to give data meaning and utility. We collaborate with internal and external partners to expand our research areas.
This Technical Fellow will be responsible for innovating, developing and promoting excellence in technologies at the forefront of acoustic, vibrational, optical, and other sensing modalities along with the signal conversion, algorithm development, and processing machinery to support these modalities. The role includes communicating capabilities to customers and colleagues, and recruiting and mentoring teammates.
What You Will Do
Develop cutting-edge capabilities combining sensing, signal conversion, COTS and custom signal processing hardware, and data processing algorithms across physical domains including acoustic, vibrational, optical, electromagnetic, and RF.
Lead the design, implementation, and performance validation of advanced sensor and sensor data processing systems.
Model and conduct empirical experiments of sensor processing systems to inform research and development of next-generation signal processing technologies in time, frequency, and hybrid domains.
Grow department business through bookings, revenue, and pursuing topic areas of the Physical Sciences and Systems Business Unit at BBN.
Serve as Principal Investigator for new and existing programs in the Sensor Systems Line of Business, expanding into new technologies, applications, customers, and markets.
Support creation of strategic plans among the technical team aligned with the Sensors Line of Business and lead new business pursuits, capture, and execution.
Work across BBN and RTX to integrate and field advanced capabilities applicable to technology roadmaps of RTX Corporate, Raytheon, Collins, and Pratt & Whitney.
Influence business strategies, technical roadmaps, and research directions across BBN, RTX, funding agencies, and industry.
Distinguish BBN to customers by leading and delivering top-tier sensor systems research and development.
Support outreach, writing and engagement through technical papers, presentations, patent generation, and other activities.
Recruit talented technical staff to support business growth and provide mentorship for staff retention and career growth.
Identify gaps in customer requirements and research to conceive and recommend BBN and/or joint BBN/RTX IRAD projects.
In addition to the listed responsibilities, this Technical Fellow is expected to propose new ideas and solutions to challenging scientific problems in sensing, digital signal processing, and data analysis. This position works with technical and business leaders across BBN, RTX, and external subcontractors.
This position is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts and will require travel to BBN, RTX, teammate, and customer sites for meetings and other business-related activities.
Qualifications You Must Have
Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years experience
Expert in signal processing from two or more of the following sensor system types: acoustic, seismic, fiber optic, and ultrasonic.
Ten plus years’ progressive experience in the defense industry leading Government-funded contracts and leading technical teams performing contract R&D.
Ten plus years’ experience providing Subject Matter Expert (SME) support and building trusted relationships.
Acknowledged Technical Expert by US Government customers in acoustic, seismic, and fiber optic sensing, applications, and related processing systems and techniques.
Extensive end-to-end experience exploiting multiple physical sensing modalities, sensor data conversion, and digital signal processing.
Extensive customer contacts in US Government and demonstrated record as Principal Investigator with success obtaining funding and executing new and follow-on programs.
Proven track record of growing portfolio bookings and revenue in sensor system areas with external funding from US Government agencies and successful fielding of technologies.
Proficient in MATLAB, C, C++, or Python.
Lead author of technical volume for multiple contract awards.
Extensive track record as Principal Investigator for winning R&D proposals to the US Government and leading funded contracts to successful outcomes.
Experience managing R&D programs and leading technical staff.
Excellent communication skills with senior leaders on strategic matters, including documentation and presentations.
Experience leading R&D teams and mentoring staff to deliver customer solutions.
Current DoD Secret clearance and 5+ years working on classified programs.
Industry recognition for technical expertise in novel sensing methodologies.
Qualifications We Prefer
Advanced degree (Masters, PhD) in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
DOD Top Secret clearance.
Track record of innovating solutions to real problems and bringing projects to fruition.
Experience developing and deploying AI/ML algorithms for DoD programs.
Experience preparing oral technical proposals and leading field tests of sensor systems.
Work Location This is a
hybrid
role, eligible candidates must reside within commuting distance from Cambridge, MA
Relocation Eligible: Yes
What We Offer We offer a robust total rewards package with compensation, healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Benefits include parental leave, flexible schedules, awards, educational assistance and backup care.
As part of our commitment to secure hiring, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations.
The salary range for this role is 160,000 USD - 322,000 USD. RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with applicable laws.
Privacy Policy and Terms:
Read the policy and terms at the official RTX site.
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2025-09-15
Country:
United States of America
Location:
MA105: BBN Headquarters 10 Moulton Street, Cambridge, MA, 02138 USA
Position Role Type:
Hybrid
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:
DoD Clearance: Secret
RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses: Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. The company is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.
(FOR INTERNAL RTX CANDIDATES ONLY)
In addition to completing this application, sponsorship form and letter of intent must be submitted along with your resume/CV.
(FOR ALL CANDIDATES)
If you meet the basic qualifications, you will be invited to complete a supplemental application form and solicit a number of recommendation letters from internal and external sources.
Role Description Technical Fellow, Sensor Systems – RTX BBN Technologies
RTX BBN Technologies’ (BBN) Physical Sciences and Systems business unit is seeking a Sensor Systems Technical Fellow to lead in the growth of our sensing and sensor processing capabilities. The department focuses on bridging sensing of physical phenomena at the limits of detection and creating custom high-throughput, low-latency processing hardware and software systems to give data meaning and utility. We collaborate with internal and external partners to expand our research areas.
This Technical Fellow will be responsible for innovating, developing and promoting excellence in technologies at the forefront of acoustic, vibrational, optical, and other sensing modalities along with the signal conversion, algorithm development, and processing machinery to support these modalities. The role includes communicating capabilities to customers and colleagues, and recruiting and mentoring teammates.
What You Will Do
Develop cutting-edge capabilities combining sensing, signal conversion, COTS and custom signal processing hardware, and data processing algorithms across physical domains including acoustic, vibrational, optical, electromagnetic, and RF.
Lead the design, implementation, and performance validation of advanced sensor and sensor data processing systems.
Model and conduct empirical experiments of sensor processing systems to inform research and development of next-generation signal processing technologies in time, frequency, and hybrid domains.
Grow department business through bookings, revenue, and pursuing topic areas of the Physical Sciences and Systems Business Unit at BBN.
Serve as Principal Investigator for new and existing programs in the Sensor Systems Line of Business, expanding into new technologies, applications, customers, and markets.
Support creation of strategic plans among the technical team aligned with the Sensors Line of Business and lead new business pursuits, capture, and execution.
Work across BBN and RTX to integrate and field advanced capabilities applicable to technology roadmaps of RTX Corporate, Raytheon, Collins, and Pratt & Whitney.
Influence business strategies, technical roadmaps, and research directions across BBN, RTX, funding agencies, and industry.
Distinguish BBN to customers by leading and delivering top-tier sensor systems research and development.
Support outreach, writing and engagement through technical papers, presentations, patent generation, and other activities.
Recruit talented technical staff to support business growth and provide mentorship for staff retention and career growth.
Identify gaps in customer requirements and research to conceive and recommend BBN and/or joint BBN/RTX IRAD projects.
In addition to the listed responsibilities, this Technical Fellow is expected to propose new ideas and solutions to challenging scientific problems in sensing, digital signal processing, and data analysis. This position works with technical and business leaders across BBN, RTX, and external subcontractors.
This position is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts and will require travel to BBN, RTX, teammate, and customer sites for meetings and other business-related activities.
Qualifications You Must Have
Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years experience
Expert in signal processing from two or more of the following sensor system types: acoustic, seismic, fiber optic, and ultrasonic.
Ten plus years’ progressive experience in the defense industry leading Government-funded contracts and leading technical teams performing contract R&D.
Ten plus years’ experience providing Subject Matter Expert (SME) support and building trusted relationships.
Acknowledged Technical Expert by US Government customers in acoustic, seismic, and fiber optic sensing, applications, and related processing systems and techniques.
Extensive end-to-end experience exploiting multiple physical sensing modalities, sensor data conversion, and digital signal processing.
Extensive customer contacts in US Government and demonstrated record as Principal Investigator with success obtaining funding and executing new and follow-on programs.
Proven track record of growing portfolio bookings and revenue in sensor system areas with external funding from US Government agencies and successful fielding of technologies.
Proficient in MATLAB, C, C++, or Python.
Lead author of technical volume for multiple contract awards.
Extensive track record as Principal Investigator for winning R&D proposals to the US Government and leading funded contracts to successful outcomes.
Experience managing R&D programs and leading technical staff.
Excellent communication skills with senior leaders on strategic matters, including documentation and presentations.
Experience leading R&D teams and mentoring staff to deliver customer solutions.
Current DoD Secret clearance and 5+ years working on classified programs.
Industry recognition for technical expertise in novel sensing methodologies.
Qualifications We Prefer
Advanced degree (Masters, PhD) in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
DOD Top Secret clearance.
Track record of innovating solutions to real problems and bringing projects to fruition.
Experience developing and deploying AI/ML algorithms for DoD programs.
Experience preparing oral technical proposals and leading field tests of sensor systems.
Work Location This is a
hybrid
role, eligible candidates must reside within commuting distance from Cambridge, MA
Relocation Eligible: Yes
What We Offer We offer a robust total rewards package with compensation, healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Benefits include parental leave, flexible schedules, awards, educational assistance and backup care.
As part of our commitment to secure hiring, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations.
The salary range for this role is 160,000 USD - 322,000 USD. RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with applicable laws.
Privacy Policy and Terms:
Read the policy and terms at the official RTX site.
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