Principal Systems Engineer - Deputy Integration and Test Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Disability protection

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

RTX is seeking an experienced engineer for the Tucson, AZ area to lead test planning, readiness, and execution across lab, field, and flight environments. The role requires coordinating with design, systems, and specialty engineering teams to ensure disciplined verification and qualification.

The candidate should have a BS in an engineering discipline, 8+ years in test environments, and experience with environmental qualification and test instrumentation. Security clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in an engineering discipline listed above.
• Minimum eight years of technical/engineering experience.
• Experience with MIL-STD-810 or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day test planning, readiness, and execution with cross-functional teams.
• Oversee creation of test procedures, configuration control, data analysis, and documentation for qualification and design verification.
• Lead lab, field, and flight test activities ensuring safety, compliance, and quality.
• Mentor junior engineers and align efforts with program goals and customer requirements.

Skills

Test planning

Lab testing

Data analysis

Environmental testing

Cross-functional leadership

Reading drawings

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Systems Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

HIL equipment

Environmental chambers

Test instrumentation

Data acquisition systems

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-07-27 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-848 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 848 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 RTX, the world 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. Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do

• Support the Integration & Verification Lead by managing day‑to‑day test planning, readiness, and execution, as well as coordinating with design, systems, and specialty engineering teams.
• Oversee creation of test procedures, configuration control, data analysis, and formal documentation for qualification and design verification
• Experienced in leading test teams in lab, field, and flight environments, ensuring safety, compliance, and high-quality results.
• Proven ability to mentor junior engineers, lead cross-functional test efforts, and maintain alignment with program goals, technical baselines, and customer requirements.
• Drive disciplined verification rigor while fostering collaboration, problem solving, and continuous improvement across the integration and test organization.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, Math or other related engineering disciplines.
• A minimum Eight (8) of technical/engineering experience is required.
• Experience with environmental qualification requirements or equivalent military/industry standards (e.g., MIL-STD-810).
• Experience leading lab and environmental test activities including: Hardware in the Loop (HIL), Acceptance Testing, Random and sine vibration, Thermal and thermal-vacuum testing, Temperature and humidity profile, Altitude and pressure testing, Mechanical shock and E3 (EMI/EMC, lightning, grounding, bonding).
• Experience with test instrumentation, data acquisition, and measurement best practices.
• Experience interpreting technical drawings, specifications, and requirement documents.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in a fast-paced test environment.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Master’s degree in engineering or related discipline
• Excellent communication and documentation skills, including technical writing and customer communication.
• Experience with aerospace or defense qualification programs.
• Familiarity with systems engineering processes (requirements verification, V&V planning, configuration management).
• Experience with test facilities, environmental chambers, and vibration/shock tables.
• Active security clearance or ability to obtain one.

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.

• 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
• holidays

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.

Location: Tucson, AZ: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-tucson,-az-location

Security Clearance: This position requires a security clearance. 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

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.

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.

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, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.