Senior Principal Engineer, Solid Propulsion - Relocation

RTX; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation available

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Principal Engineer - Solid Propulsion in Tucson, AZ to lead advanced propulsion development across missile and space programs. You will collaborate with engineering teams and government customers to define requirements, evaluate designs, and ensure reliable production integration.

The role requires a STEM bachelor with 8+ years of propulsion experience and the ability to obtain a U.S. government security clearance.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) with 8+ years of experience; an advanced degree may substitute for additional years of experience.
• Experience in development of solid propulsion systems.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. government issued security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Willingness to travel, including internationally, to provide supplier support

Skills

Solid propulsion systems

Education

B.S. in STEM

Job description

RTX is seeking a Principal Engineer - Solid Propulsion in Tucson, AZ to lead advanced propulsion development across missile and space programs. You will collaborate with engineering teams and government customers to define requirements, evaluate designs, and ensure reliable production integration.

The role requires a STEM bachelor with 8+ years of propulsion experience and the ability to obtain a U.S. government security clearance.