Principal Systems Engineer, SEIT Lead

Prattwhitney; North Tewksbury (MA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Relocation assistance

Job summary

RTX's Systems Integration & Test (SI&T) Cross‑Product Team Lead within the ABAD program seeks a self‑driven leader to drive execution across development, production and sustainment of a two-IPT air defense effort. You will coordinate across disciplines, manage staffing, and ensure timely delivery of objectives onsite in TEWKSBURY, MA with occasional travel.

Qualifications include a STEM bachelor’s and 8+ years of experience, DoD culture, and CAM/IMP/IMS, EVMS, and risk management. U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) required.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in systems engineering, test planning, and leadership.
• Experience with CAM, IMP/IMS, risk and opportunity management, and bids/proposals.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of a complex air defense program with two IPTs.
• Manage staffing, monitor work scope, and remove roadblocks to meet objectives.
• Coordinate across disciplines to ensure program objectives and continuous improvement.

Skills

Technical leadership

Requirements mgmt

V&V

CAM

IMP/IMS

Systems engineering

Air defense

Education

Bachelor's in STEM

Tools

EVMS

Test labs

RF test facilities

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-11 Country: United States of America Location: US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB3 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ CONCORD BLDG, Tewksbury Tb3 300 Concord 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: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

At RTX, the world's 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..

Raytheon’s Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities (SE&TC) is seeking a Systems Integration & Test (SI&T) Cross‑Product Team (CPT) Lead within the ASDS Product Area. You will be a self‑motivated, passionate leader who collaboratively works with IPT and program leaders on the Air Base Air Defense (ABAD) program. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving execution and efficient engineering practices across development, production, and sustainment programs for Air Base Air Defense and reports directly to the ABAD Program Manager. This role requires strong technical expertise and engineering leadership skills to drive the integration, test, and sustainment of a world‑class air defense system. Every day will bring new challenges, requiring you to reprioritize your focus, collaborate across disciplines, and find the path forward to meeting our customers’ needs. Even an experienced engineering lead from a smaller team would find multiple areas for career growth in this role and discover something new every day.

What You Will Do

Ensure the development and execution of a complex air defense program that consists of two primary IPTs. This work spans the entire systems engineering workflow including requirements management, system design, test planning, integration, and V&V. Manage/monitor the execution of work scope, determine team staffing allocations, and provide feedback on team execution. Coordinate across organizational disciplines and functions to identify team/work issues, resolve roadblocks and ensure completion of team objectives. Support program execution and growth through continuous improvement of people, processes, and tools. Occasional local and non‑local travel.

Qualifications You Must Have

Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience. Experience developing and executing test plans for air defense systems. Experience with technical and/or functional leadership. Experience with Cost Account Management (CAM), Integrated Master Plan (IMP)/Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), Risk and Opportunity Management, and/or bids/proposals.

Qualifications We Prefer

Familiarity with air defense systems such as NASAMS, SHORAD, FAAD, BC3 (CAC2S), or similar systems. Experience with systems engineering, system integration, system verification, and/or system test. Experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Integrated Master Plan (IMP) / Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), and/or Risk and Opportunity Management. Experience working in an integration lab, test facility, or in the field supporting integration and/or verification of RF systems while also managing various tasks, requirements, and commitments. Experience with DoD or similar major programs throughout the product lifecycle including compliance with DoD technology release and export licensing policies.

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.

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.

Relocation Eligibility– Relocation assistance available.

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.

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.