Senior Principal Engineer, Solid Propulsion – Onsite Tucson

RTX; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Principal Engineer - Solid Propulsion in Tucson, AZ. The role focuses on integrating propulsion systems with missiles and space vehicles, requiring leadership across development and production programs.

You will interface with customers, manage propulsion development projects, and contribute to strategic technical directions while representing RTX in technical discussions with government agencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor in STEM with 8+ years of relevant experience; advanced degree may substitute for additional years of experience.
• Experience in development of solid propulsion systems.
• Active and transferable U.S. government security clearance is required; U.S. citizenship is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Apply advanced technologies to propulsion, thrusters, controllers for missile systems and space vehicles.
• Collaborate with program management on long-range planning and communicate technical capabilities to stakeholders.
• Review manufacturing processes and coordinate with subcontractors on design and production of propulsion systems.
• Develop and deliver presentations to management and government agencies.

Skills

Solid propulsion

Systems engineering

Earned Value Management

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor in STEM

ABET accreditation

Tools

SOW templates

Job description

RTX is seeking a Principal Engineer - Solid Propulsion in Tucson, AZ. The role focuses on integrating propulsion systems with missiles and space vehicles, requiring leadership across development and production programs.

You will interface with customers, manage propulsion development projects, and contribute to strategic technical directions while representing RTX in technical discussions with government agencies.