Principal Lead Systems Engineer (Onsite)

Raytheon; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 107,500 - 204,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits (medical, etc.)

Job summary

Raytheon in Tucson seeks a Principal Lead System Engineer (LSE) for the ESSM Program to drive strategy, align engineering execution, and coordinate multi-disciplined teams onsite.

The role requires DoD clearance readiness, leadership of large cross‑functional teams through development to production, and close collaboration with customers and suppliers to balance margin and producibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) and minimum 8 years of prior engineering experience.
• Leadership experience managing large, diverse cross‑functional teams across development to production lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate strategy and execution across leadership, engineering, and shared services.
• Coordinate efforts across multiple disciplines and program efforts, including external customer engagement.
• Translate missile, launcher, and combat system requirements into actionable direction for program and supplier teams.
• Lead Cross Product Teams and Integrated Product Teams with Engineering, Operations, Mission Assurance, and Global Supply Chain.
• Foster a positive environment and guide management to meet goals.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Job description

Principal Lead System Engineer (LSE) – ESSM Program

Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-810, 1151 E Hermans Rd, BLDG 810 (External Site)

Role: Onsite

U.S. citizenship and active DoD Secret clearance required. Ability to obtain interim clearance prior to start date.

What You Will Do

• Work across leadership, engineering, and shared services to ensure strategy and execution alignment.
• Coordinate efforts across multiple disciplines and program efforts, including coordination with external customer entities.
• Interpret missile, launcher, and other combat system requirements into actionable direction for program and supplier teams, balancing margin and producibility.
• Provide program leadership to Cross Product Teams and Integrated Product Teams, collaborating with Engineering, Operations, Mission Assurance, and Global Supply Chain.
• Maintain positive employee and team experiences by fostering a supportive environment and guiding management to meet goals.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) and minimum 8 years of prior engineering experience.
• Leadership experience of large and diverse cross‑functional teams across the development and transition to production lifecycle, including system design, requirements development, management, verification, integration, testing, and production of complex system architectures.
• Experience developing work plans and driving program/team execution.
• Experience working with leaders and customer community stakeholders to influence and guide development of production program projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to develop a fault tree and knowledge point plan.
• Master’s degree in Systems Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience in Digital Engineering, Model Based Systems Engineering, or other model‑based tools.
• Experience in development and production programs, and in shipboard missile system architectures and products.
• Strong communication, technical writing, oral presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• History of developing others through teaching, mentorship, and apprenticeship.
• Raytheon Level 4 Certified Lead System Engineer or participation in LSEDP.
• Ability to receive multiple Special Access Program clearances.

What We Offer

• Relocation assistance available.
• Competitive salary range: $107,500–$204,500 USD.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, holidays, and potential incentive compensation.
• Work in a secure, inclusive environment with opportunities for professional growth.

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.