Principle Electrical Sub-Systems Lead

globalhr; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation eligibility

9/80 Schedule

Job summary

RTX is seeking an experienced Hardware Engineering leader for the Land & Shipboard Effector Guidance Systems group in Tucson, AZ. The role focuses on program execution, cost, schedule, and technical oversight across the product lifecycle.

You will mentor teams, collaborate with IPTs and leadership, and drive capacity growth, obsolescence mitigation, and producibility improvements. U.S. citizenship and DoD security clearance required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related STEM degree.
• Minimum 8 years’ relevant experience.
• At least 4 years managing a multi-disciplinary Hardware Engineering Team.
• Experience with technical team and supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Lead efforts across technical and program management disciplines.
• Analyze data of program products for performance consistency.
• Analyze manufacturing system performance to identify constraints and risks.
• Review design updates and relate them to historical changes.
• Align legacy product parameters with redesigned subsystems.
• Perform data collection and provide detailed reports.
• Collaborate with hardware IPTs, CPTLs, leadership, customers and partners.
• Contribute to strategic roadmaps for capacity growth and tech insertion.
• Mentor team members and REAs on best practices.

Skills

Hardware engineering

Team leadership

Supplier management

Problem solving

Multi-disciplinary engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Phys ics, Mathematics, or related STEM

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-01

Country: United States of America

Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-M02 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG M02

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 Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring 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. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

Raytheon’s Land & Shipboard Effector Guidance Systems (LSEGS) Department is responsible for the delivery of affordable and innovative electrical products. Accountable for program execution including cost, schedule and technical oversight throughout the product lifecycle. Providing resources to drive development and sustainment activities of our Land and Naval based electrical products. Our multi-disciplined teams manage a variety of engineering projects while maintaining a work life balance.

What You Will Do

• Lead focused efforts across technical and program management disciplines to help the team comply with customer’s requirements and modern electrical design standards


• Analyze data of different program products to ensure consistency in performance and data outputs


• Analyze manufacturing system performance to identify constraints, risks, improvement opportunities and manufacturing rate increase


• Review design updates and correlate them to historical changes and context


• Align performance parameters of legacy products with subsystems that are redesigned for obsolescence and/or producibility


• Perform data collection activities, including review and analysis of data elements, and provide detailed reports of results


• Participate in troubleshooting to ensure implementation of proper level of technical rigor and corrective actions


• Collaborate and effectively communicate with hardware focused IPTs, CPTLs, program leadership, customers, and business associates both internal and external to Raytheon


• Contribute to strategic roadmaps focused on capacity growth, technology insertion, infrastructure upgrades, obsolescence mitigation, and future capabilities


• Provide mentoring and guidance to team members and REAs emphasizing best practices and lessons learned

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related STEM degree and a minimum of 8 years’ prior relevant experience


• At least 4 years of experience managing a multi-disciplined Hardware Engineering Team


• Experience with technical team and supplier management


• Experience identifying the issues and developing recommended courses of action to technical leadership (IPTL, CEs, or team leaders)


• Expert-level proficiency in multiple engineering disciplines, typically achieved through a combination of advanced education and extensive professional experience.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Familiarity with Stinger Blk I Production Program


• Excellent presentation and proposal skills


• Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills


• Ability to investigate technical failures and corrective actions or resolutions


• Experience managing supplier development of complex subsystems

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.


• Work Schedule: 9/80 Schedule (Every other Friday off)


• Relocation Eligibility: This position is eligible for relocation

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. 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.