Principal Systems Integration & Tech Enablement Engineer (Onsite)

Raytheon; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Raytheon is looking for an experienced technical ambassador to lead integration and enablement of Generative AI across engineering teams. This role requires a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience and expertise in AI-driven systems. Responsibilities include mentoring teams, coordinating with various stakeholders, and transitioning technical solutions into operational environments. A degree in STEM fields and the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance are essential. Join us in shaping the future of aerospace and defense.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience required.
• Experience with GenAI technologies and AI-driven architectures.
• Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Drive outreach as a technical ambassador for the NextGenAI team.
• Lead transition of developed capabilities into operations.
• Support evaluation of emerging technologies.
• Coordinate across Engineering and external vendors.

Skills

AI-driven systems expertise

Cross-functional coordination

Technical presentation

Mentorship and training

Education

Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math

Job description

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 opportunities 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 freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

This role leads the integration and enablement of advanced Generative AI and agentic capabilities across engineering teams, acting as a technical ambassador who can clearly communicate complex concepts to broad audiences. It requires strong hands‑on expertise in AI‑driven systems, cross‑functional coordination, and guiding teams through the adoption of modern development practices and new technologies.

What You Will Do

• Drive outreach as a technical ambassador for the NextGenAI team by providing demonstrations to technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Lead the transition of developed capabilities into enablement and operations teams, ensuring smooth handoff and readiness.
• Support evaluation of emerging technologies.
• Provide cross‑functional coordination across Engineering, external vendors, Program Management, Digital Technology (DT), and other organizations to ensure aligned execution and clear communication.
• Serve as a trainer and mentor for teams adopting agentic workflows, GenAI tools, and modern development practices.
• Apply strong technical expertise across agents, GenAI, and software development to guide solution design and implementation.
• Collaborate with engineering disciplines across the organization to integrate new capabilities and maintain system coherence.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience presenting technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Experience leading the transition of technical solutions into operations, enablement, or production environments.
• Experience with GenAI technologies, agentic systems, or AI‑driven architectures.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued TS/SCI clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Software engineering experience, including experience guiding solution design and implementation.
• Experience coordinating cross‑functional efforts across engineering, program management, vendors, or digital technology organizations.
• Ability to mentor or train teams in modern development practices, AI tooling, or workflow adoption.
• Excellent communication skills with an emphasis on clarity, alignment, and stakeholder engagement.
• Broad engineering experience across multiple disciplines.
• Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) experience.
• Experience with vendor management and enterprise‑level integrations.
• Familiarity with operational transitions, sustainment planning, and documentation processes.
• Background integrating new capabilities into large, distributed, or multi‑disciplinary engineering environments.
• Experience supporting organizational change related to new technology introduction.
• Ability to influence strategy or roadmap discussions related to GenAI enablement.

What We Offer

• Relocation assistance is available.

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.