Principal Engineer Section Lead - Phalanx/SeaRAM

Date Posted:
2026-01-07
Country:
United States of America
Location:
AZ807: RMS AP Bldg 807 1151 East Hermans Road Building 807, Tucson, AZ, 85756 USA
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.Security Clearance:
DoD Clearance: Secret

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling - to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring 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. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

The Mechanical engineering team leads in mechanical hardware design, development, and production. The Mechanical team uses state-of-the-art tools, processes, technology, and Six Sigma principles. Capabilities encompass a broad range of technical disciplines which include engineering, manufacturing, technical services, materials, processes, analysis, test, and documentation.

The Shipboard Effectors Department is currently searching for an experienced Principal Mechanical Design Engineer Section Lead a team in support of the production of Shipboard Effectors products and subsystems located in Tucson, AZ.

What You Will Do:

• Manage projects associated with mitigation of obsolescence issues across the Standard Missile portfolio including reviewing trade studies, identification of suitable alternate and interchangeable materials, or design changes as needed
• Establish and maintain product vision, strategy, and goals to align with multiple contracts and facilitate production line conflict resolution with respect to schedule impacts
• Lead teams of engineers in support of hardware development and transition to production
• Ensure technical integrity and engineering execution across the IPTs and other functions to meet cost, schedule, and technical requirements
• Regularly interface with program and portfolio leads as well as Customer(s)
• Support proposal efforts by determining technical scope and basis of estimates

Qualities You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.
• Typically, Five (5) years direct experience in hardware engineering design, development and production support
• Experience with technical and cost proposal development, technical risk management, and managing to cost and schedule requirements for assigned tasks
• The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance.
• Prior leadership roles (frontline or project leader)

Qualities We Value:

• Education: MS in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Math, or related science degree
• Strong presentation and technical writing skills combined with knowledge of Microsoft Office Tools
• Ability to multi-task and successfully manage multiple activities at any given time
• Creatively applying mechanical engineering knowledge to efficiently solve complex design problems and make sound and rationale data oriented technical conclusions
• Experience in being an advocate for process improvement
• Ability to build a collaborative network quickly that focuses on empowering employees, leading and motivating teams, and fostering collaboration
• Proven ability to manage multiple and competing priorities
• Familiarity with Performance Development Processes

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

• Relocation Eligibility

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• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.
• 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.

The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

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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