Senior Avionics Lead & Systems Architect (DoD)

RTX; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Sr. Principal Avionics Lead to guide a cross-disciplinary team through design, integration, and transition to production of advanced electronic systems. The role emphasizes technical execution, cost/schedule management, and DoD standards compliance.

The ideal candidate will lead subsystem architecture, ensure integration with test equipment, and drive risk management while collaborating with government customers and suppliers. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM with 10+ years in electronics or systems engineering.
• Experience in subassembly design, integration, and production support.
• Strong analog/digital/power electronics design and validation.
• U.S. government security clearance (DoD Secret) required or eligible.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-disciplinary hardware design and integration across lifecycle.
• Manage cost and schedule for electronics development and procurement.
• Oversee technical risk and validation activities for electronics.
• Collaborate with customers and suppliers; mentor team members.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical design

Systems engineering

DoD standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Job description

RTX in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Sr. Principal Avionics Lead to guide a cross-disciplinary team through design, integration, and transition to production of advanced electronic systems. The role emphasizes technical execution, cost/schedule management, and DoD standards compliance.

The ideal candidate will lead subsystem architecture, ensure integration with test equipment, and drive risk management while collaborating with government customers and suppliers. Travel may be required.