Flight Test Project Lead - Next Gen Testbed (B737-800)

RTX (Raytheon); Ontario (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

RTX (Raytheon) is seeking a Flight Test Project Lead to join our Flight Test Operations team supporting the Next Gen Testbed, a highly modified Boeing 737-800 used to develop advanced mission capabilities. In this role, you will lead developmental flight test projects from startup through execution, ensuring alignment with program cost, schedule, and performance objectives.

You will collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to develop requirements, support test design efforts, and

Qualifications

• A University Degree or equivalent experience with a minimum of 5 years relevant experience.
• Experience working in system development, integration, and test efforts.
• Experience working classified and SAP programs.

Responsibilities

• Own test project budget and schedule, including cost forecasting and performance tracking with regular status reporting to the customer.
• Coordinate across engineering disciplines (systems, electrical, mechanical) and functional teams (supply chain, quality, and security) to meet project milestones for execution.
• Assist in development of proposals for new flight test business.
• Coordinate integration efforts with aircraft maintenance, engineering, and operation teams to meet RTX flight test program objectives and customer flight test schedules.

Skills

Budget management

Schedule management

Cross-functional collaboration

Proposal development

Education

University degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP programs

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-12

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CA-ONTARIO-R27 ~ 1120 S Vineyard Ave ~ BLDG R27

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: DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

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.

Raytheon Systems Engineering & Test Capabilities (SE&TC) is seeking a Flight Test Project Lead to join our Flight Test Operations (FTO) Team in support of the Next Gen Testbed, a highly modified Boeing 737-800 used to develop advanced mission capabilities. In this role, you will lead developmental flight test projects from startup through execution and closure, ensuring alignment with program cost, schedule, and performance objectives. You will collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to develop requirements, support test design efforts, and oversee aircraft modification activities that enable safe and successful mission execution.

You will also support proposal development and resource planning while contributing to milestone reviews and execution planning for rapid development programs. In addition to Next Gen Testbed responsibilities, Flight Test Project Leads support other FTO platforms including our Experimental B727 Raytheon Multi-program Testbed. This onsite position may be based in Ontario or El Segundo, California, with occasional travel to flight test integration locations.

What You Will Do

• Own test project budget and schedule, including cost forecasting and performance tracking with regular status reporting to the customer
• Coordinate across engineering disciplines (systems, electrical, mechanical) and functional teams (supply chain, quality, and security) to meet project milestones for execution
• Assist in development of proposals for new flight test business
• Coordinate integration efforts with aircraft maintenance, engineering, and operation teams to meet RTX flight test program objectives and customer flight test schedules

Qualifications You Must Have

Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience with a minimum of 5 years relevant experience

• Experience working in system development, integration, and test efforts
• Experience working classified and SAP programs

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience as a deputy or primary Integrated Product Team Lead (IPTL), Cost Account Manager, Earned Value reporting, schedule management, and developing proposals
• Experience working with Supply Chain and subcontractors
• Effective communication and teaming with senior-level leaders, external customers, end users, and analysts
• Experience in flight test, test planning, aviation, or avionics testing
• Experience working with cross-functional team in dynamic environments

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.

The salary range for this role is 95,500 USD - 181,700 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.

Location Info and/or Links: Ontario, CA El Segundo, CA

This position requires an active security clearance before start date. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS) , an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

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.

Hired applicants may be eligible f