Senior Engineer - Solid Propulsion in Tucson

Energy Jobline ZR; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Senior Engineer – Air Breathing Propulsion to advance propulsion technologies across missile and space systems. You will lead development, integration, and supplier collaboration to meet program goals, while interfacing with management and customers to define technical directions.

The role requires a BS in STEM and at least 5 years in propulsion, with eligibility to obtain the required US security clearance. Onsite work and DoD clearance requirements apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• Three years of propulsion technology experience applied to solid propulsion systems.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance prior to start date.

Responsibilities

• Apply or develop advanced technologies for propulsion systems integration in missiles and space vehicles.
• Involvement with development and production programs across Raytheon product lines.
• Review manufacturing processes and work with subcontractors on solid rocket motor propulsion systems.
• Develop technical presentations for management and government agencies.
• Interface with customers to identify user needs and support program directions.
• Manage propulsion development projects and subcontract data; oversee supplier operations.

Skills

Propulsion technology

Solid propulsion systems

Systems engineering

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

CFD

NPSS

Earned Value Management System

Job description

Job Description

Date Posted:

2026-08-06

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-M07 ~ 3292 E Hemisphere Loop ~ BLDG M07

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. , 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. 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.

The Energetics and Propulsion Department is an engineering organization in the Hardware Engineering Directorate. This Department is responsible for the full spectrum of warhead, fuzing, and propulsion designs/technology, including power systems, ignition, and all other weapon initiation safety systems technology. The department is seeking to hire a Senior Engineer – Air Breathing Propulsion.

What You Will Do

• Apply or develop highly advanced technologies, scientific principles, theories and concepts to the systems integration of propulsion, thrusters, controllers, software, mechanical and electrical interfaces for integration into missile systems and space vehicles.
• Involvement with both development and production programs across Raytheon Product Lines
• Review manufacturing processes and problem resolution as well as working directly with subcontractors on the design and manufacturing of solid rocket motor propulsion systems
• Work in a collaborative environment with program management in long-range program planning concerning new or projected areas of technological research and advancements and be a key spokesperson on program’s technical capabilities and future directions
• Manage propulsion system development projects and propulsion subcontracts; review and disposition subcontract data and change requests; and oversee supplier operations
• Develop and deliver technical presentations to management and government agencies
• Frequently interface with the Customer to identify user needs
• Be instrumental in obtaining new company business and act independently to uncover and resolve issues associated with the development and implementation of operational missile programs
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. are eligible for a security clearance

The Senior Engineer – Air Breathing Propulsion job is in Tucson, AZ and the position is onsite.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience.
• Three (3) years of experience in propulsion technology and its application to solid propulsion systems
• Experience in the development of solid propulsion systems from conceptual design through final test / assembly etc.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance prior to the start date.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Advanced degree
• Eight (8) or more years of directly related experience in propulsive technology and its application to air breathing propulsion systems (turboprop, turbine, scramjet/ramjet, RDE, VFDR, fuel bladders, fuel systems)
• Systems knowledge to assure full development of propulsion requirements and dissemination and flow down to subcomponent levels
• Experience with highspeed combustion mechanics
• Experience designing and developing inlet geometry
• Experience with compressible fluid dynamics (CFD, NPSS, etc.)
• Experience designing and developing exhaust geometry
• Project engineering skills and experience using Earned Value Management System
• Demonstrated success as a proposal/cost account manager as well as project/team leader
• Demonstrated ability to develop and lead collaborative efforts with other technical disciplines including structural, thermal, aerodynamics and low observables
• Willingness to travel, including internationally, to provide supplier support
• Supplier collaboration experience and oversight generating specifications and statements of work (SOW)
• Working knowledge or experience with either missile design or development, production support and integration
• Experience with DoD customers and/or associated contractor executives and technical leadership
• Active Secret or Top Secret Clearance (Department of Defense)

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.

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 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 , long-term , 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and 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.
• 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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , , or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.