Senior E3 Engineering Program Lead

Prattwhitney; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 86,800 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

RTX in Tucson, AZ seeks an experienced E3 Engineer to lead EMI/EMC engineering for programs. You will guide EMI/EMC design and verification across multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with MIL-STD and industry standards.

The role requires strong collaboration with Mechanical, RF, and Systems Engineering, plus the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance. Onsite work in Tucson, AZ is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in STEM or 5+ years of relevant experience.
• EMI/EMC analysis and design experience and/or testing.
• Experience with MATLAB, ANSYS HFSS or CST.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight for assigned Programs.
• E3 Engineers are challenged with making sure the product and process meet appropriate E3 standards.
• Set Program E3 Requirements.
• E3 Engineers develop E3 Program schedules, provide scoping estimates, and manage all E3 Engineering Program deliverables.
• Provide clear communication and guidance to Program Leadership related to E3 risk conditions and constraints.
• E3 Engineers are present, visible, and accountable related to all Program E3 technical conversations and decisions.
• Provide cross-discipline collaboration.
• E3 engineers interact with Mechanical, RF, and Systems Engineering as well as Electrical Engineering.

Skills

EMI/EMC analysis

EMI/EMC design

Security clearance eligibility

US citizenship

Bachelor's degree in STEM

MATLAB

ANSYS HFSS CST

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Tools

MATLAB

ANSYS HFSS CST

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-07-31 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: 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 Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after 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 freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. 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. The Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) team is seeking an experienced electrical engineer to join our team in Tucson, AZ. The E3 Engineer is responsible for electromagnetic interference/electromagnetic compatibility (EMI/EMC). As an E3 Engineering Program Lead for Raytheon, the engineer will lead all E3 and EMI engineering efforts for particular Programs. The candidate should possess experience in this field and have a working knowledge of both military and commercial EMI standards, including but not limited to MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-464, EN5550X, EN61000-XX and FCC Part 15. Specific areas of expertise will include experience in the design and verification analysis of EMI/EMC, Electrostatic Discharge (ESD), Hazards of Electromagnetic Radiation, Lightning, EMP and High Altitude EMP, Shielding effectiveness and ESD. Also desirable is familiarity with TEMPEST filter designs and isolation techniques.

What You Will Do

• Provide technical oversight for assigned Programs.
• E3 Engineers are challenged with making sure the product and process meet appropriate E3 standards.
• Set Program E3 Requirements.
• E3 Engineers develop E3 Program schedules, provide scoping estimates, and manage all E3 Engineering Program deliverables.
• Provide clear communication and guidance to Program Leadership related to E3 risk conditions and constraints.
• E3 Engineers are present, visible, and accountable related to all Program E3 technical conversations and decisions.
• Provide cross-discipline collaboration.
• E3 engineers interact with Mechanical, RF, and Systems Engineering as well as Electrical Engineering.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) or a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field.
• Education or experience with any combination of the following: EMI/EMC analysis and design experience and / or testing experience.
• Experience with MatLab, ANSYS / HFSS or CST.
• 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

• Master’s degree in chosen Engineering/Technical field.
• Currently holds a DoD issued security clearance of Secret or higher.
• Strong expertise in the field of EMI design methodologies for military applications.
• Experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and working TINA compliant proposal activities.
• Experience and understanding of TEMPEST hardening concepts and Red/ Black separation.
• Ability to provide detailed documentation related to EMI test plans and EMI procedures and as well as the ability to write formal test reports with minimal revision and review.
• Knowledge of automated EMI test techniques and programming, specifically using TILE.
• Strong engineering troubleshooting / failure investigation skills.
• Strong customer focus with good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of MIL-STD-461 and Mil-STD-464 test methodologies.

What We Offer

• 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

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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.

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 here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm This position requires a security clearance. The location is Tucson, AZ. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. 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.