Principal Systems Engineer - Deputy Integration and Test Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX in Tucson, AZ is seeking an Deputy Integration and Test Lead (IPTL) to coordinate system integration and verification for complex aerospace programs. You will direct test activities, review requirements for testability, and drive issues to resolution across multi‑discipline teams.

You will mentor engineers, lead cross‑functional test efforts, and ensure safety and compliance while aligning with customer requirements and program goals.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Math or other related engineering disciplines.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Test planning

Team leadership

Documentation

Lab testing

Vibration testing

Data acquisition

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

HIL equipment

Test instrumentation

Environmental chambers

Job description

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.

The Deputy Integration and Test Lead (IPTL) is responsible for supporting all phases of system integration and verification for complex aerospace programs. Provides technical direction and coordination across multidisciplinary teams to ensure system performance is validated through rigorous qualification, design verification, and flight test activities. Skilled in building and executing comprehensive test strategies, reviewing requirements for testability, and driving issues to resolution throughout the development lifecycle.

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, 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.

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.

• 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
• Annual short‑term and/or long‑term incentive compensation programs

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.