Raytheon 2026 EO Optical Systems Engineer I (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 57,200 - 108,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

RTX seeks an Optical Engineer to support program activities onsite in Tucson, AZ. You will perform optical alignment and testing of optics assemblies and contribute to EO modeling, simulation, and analysis.

You will develop requirements, conduct subsystem trade studies, and help design optical seeker systems or test fixtures for missiles. The role requires a Bachelor’s in Optical/Electrical/Systems STEM, experience with EO subsystems, and the ability to obtain/maintain a DoD security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering or related STEM major.
• Experience with Electro‑Optical subsystems.
• Ability to obtain/maintain U.S. government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support program activities as mentee and IC.
• Perform optical alignment/testing of optics assemblies.
• Engage in EO modeling, simulation, and analysis applications.
• Develop requirements and conduct subsystem trade studies.
• Design optical/opto‑mechanical seeker systems or test fixtures for missiles.
• Troubleshoot design/process issues with engineering and production.

Skills

Optical alignment

EO subsystems

Modeling/simulation

Requirements development

Education

Bachelor's in Optical/Electrical/Systems STEM

Tools

Test equipment

Test automation scripting

Sensor control

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-07-30 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-9070 ~ 9070 S Rita Rd ~ 9070 BLDG 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 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.

What You Will Do:

• Participate as mentee and Individual Contributor supporting program activities.
• Optical alignment/testing of optics assemblies.
• EO modeling, simulation, and analysis applications.
• Requirements development, requirement validation, and subsystem trade studies.
• Design of optical and opto‑mechanical seeker systems and/or test fixtures for missiles.
• Working with engineering and production personnel to troubleshoot and provide root cause and corrective action to design and process issues.
• Support production related activities in the assembly and documentation of electro‑optical subsystems.
• Troubleshooting hardware and process issues down to CCA and component levels.
• Resolution of issues on production lines and in testing (including suppliers).
• Failure analysis / root cause determination and corrective action implementation.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) major obtained prior to start.
• Experience with Electro‑Optical subsystems.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
• 3.0 cumulative GPA desired.
• Ability to develop and present technical briefings.
• Experience in troubleshooting investigations and processes.
• Experience with test equipment, test automation scripting, test conduction, sensor control.

Clearance Information:

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: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

Salary Range:

The salary range for this role is 57,200 USD - 108,800 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.

Benefits:

• 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.

Work Arrangement:

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.

Location and Pay Structure:

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.

Application Window:

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

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.