Senior Principal Engineer – Solid Propulsion

Raytheon; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 132,400 - 251,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Parental leave

PTO

Holidays

Job summary

A leading aerospace and defense company is seeking a Principal Engineer - Solid Propulsion in Tucson, AZ. This onsite role requires a Bachelor's degree in STEM and at least 8 years of relevant experience in propulsion systems development. Candidates will manage projects, develop advanced technologies, and engage with customers. The position offers a salary range of $132,400 - $251,600, with benefits including medical and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or 10+ years without a degree.
• 12+ years of experience in propulsive technology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop technologies for propulsion systems integration.
• Engage in development and production programs.
• Manage propulsion system development projects.

Skills

Solid propulsion systems development

Project engineering skills

Supplier collaboration

Earned Value Management System (EVMS)

Technical presentations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Job description

Overview

Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-M07, 3292 E Hemisphere Loop, BLDG M07. This onsite Principal Engineer - Solid Propulsion role is based in Tucson, AZ. U.S. security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required for eligibility for a security clearance.

At RTX, the world’s largest aerospace and defense company, we solve complex problems to defend freedoms and deter aggression. We value safety, trust, respect, accountability, collaboration, and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Apply or develop highly advanced technologies and principles to the systems integration of propulsion, thrusters, controllers, software, mechanical and electrical interfaces for missile systems and space vehicles.
• Engage in development and production programs across Raytheon Product Lines; review manufacturing processes and resolve problems, working with subcontractors on solid rocket motor propulsion systems.
• Collaborate with program management on long-range planning and serve as a key technical spokesperson for program capabilities and future directions.
• Manage propulsion system development projects and propulsion subcontracts; review subcontract data and change requests; oversee supplier operations.
• Develop and deliver technical presentations to management and government agencies; interface with customers to identify user needs.
• Identify and help secure new business opportunities; independently resolve issues in the development and implementation of operational missile programs.
• Role is based in Tucson, AZ and onsite.

Qualifications

What you must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or 10+ years without a degree. An advanced degree may substitute for additional experience.
• Experience in development of solid propulsion systems.

What we prefer:

• 12+ years of directly related experience in propulsive technology for solid, liquid, or mono-propellant propulsion systems.
• Prior Patriot Missile experience.
• Systems knowledge to ensure full development of propulsion requirements to subcomponents.
• Project engineering skills with Earned Value Management System (EVMS).
• Experience as a proposal/cost account manager and as a project/team leader.
• Ability to lead collaborative efforts with structural, thermal, aerodynamics and low observable disciplines.
• Willingness to travel, including internationally, to provide supplier support.
• Supplier collaboration experience, generating specifications and statements of work (SOW).
• Working knowledge of missile design or development, production support and integration.
• Experience with DoD customers and/or executive leadership.

What We Offer

RTX values safety, trust, respect, accountability, collaboration and innovation. The salary range for this role is 132,400 USD - 251,600 USD, with a good faith range dependent on experience, location, and other factors. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending, parental leave, PTO, holidays) and incentive programs where applicable. Benefits vary by business unit and bargaining agreement status. This role is U.S.-based; pay structure and benefits may apply differently if located in a U.S. territory.

Role Type and Additional Notes

Role type definitions: Onsite, Hybrid, Remote. This position is classified as Onsite. Candidates will learn more about role type and site status during the recruiting process. Onsite roles require commuting to the assigned site. Some information about travel and project scope is provided; final details will be determined in partnership with leadership.

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. RTX participates in affirmative action for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans as required by law.

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