Senior Principal Factory Interface & Test Solutions Lead

RTX; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Senior Principal Factory Interface & Test Solutions Lead in Andover, MA. This 100% onsite role serves as the primary interface between Test Solutions and factory operations, translating factory needs into TS plans, and shaping capital, spares, and maintenance across programs.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams, accelerate issue resolution, ensure factory readiness during proposal, startup, and production transitions, and advocate for factory priorities in TS reviews and

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience.
• At least ten (10) years of leadership experience overseeing mid- to large-scale technical teams and projects.
• Experience trouble shooting production test equipment and understanding of test processes and constraints.
• Experience with effective communication across engineering and operations teams.
• Experience with bidding proposals and long-range planning.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Strengthen communication and coordination between Test Solutions and factory operations.
• Speed up issue resolution by directing factory concerns to the right technical teams.
• Ensure factory needs and feedback shape Test Solutions plans and execution.
• Support predictable factory/test performance through aligned processes.
• Factory Interface: primary contact for all factory interactions with Test Solutions.

Skills

Leadership experience

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional communication

Bidding proposals & planning

Security clearance eligibility

Education

STEM degree

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-14 Country: United States of America

Location: US-MA-ANDOVER-AN1 ~ 350 Lowell St ~ AN1 ESSEX BLDG

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, 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. citizens 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 dateAt 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.We have an exciting opportunity for a full‑time position for a Senior Principal Factory Interface & Test Solutions Lead withat least ten (10)years of hardware engineering experience.This position will be the primary interface between the Test Solutions organization and the Andover site. This role provides a single communication touchpoint and ensures that factory needs, challenges, and strategic plans are clearly represented within Test Solutions. The Factory Focal advocates for the factory both tactically and strategically and ensures alignment between engineering deliverables and factory production needs.If you enjoy working in hands‑on multidisciplinaryteams, the Test Solutions Center (TS) is waiting to hear from you! Test Solutions is a multi‑disciplined organization responsible for designing and developing production test system solutions for all Raytheon products.This position is 100% on site in Andover, MAAndover offers a great mix of career opportunities and quality of life — minutes away from Boston’s tech scene while still giving you a comfortable, suburban environment. The North Shore of Boston is an area known for great schools, safe neighborhoods, and easy access to beaches, mountains, and city life. In this role, you’ll work on mission‑critical technologies with experienced engineers, with strong long‑term stability and advancement potential. Take a quick look at the area in this short video.The Test Solutions (TS) Center within the Hardware Engineering Discipline is a multi‑discipline organization responsible for developing Production and Engineering Test Equipment (TE) solutions for all Raytheon products. We are hands‑on designers using the latest technologies and tools to integrate state‑of‑the‑art test solutions.TS products are utilized in engineering labs, foreign and domestic depots, and in production testing environments utilized for tactical products. TS has work opportunities across all phases of the engineering lifecycle, including demonstrations, early engineering tests, design verification tests, production, and post‑production sustainment.

What You Will Do:

• Strengthen communication and coordination between Test Solutions and factory operations.
• Speed up issue resolution by directing factory concerns to the right technical teams.
• Ensure factory needs and feedback shape Test Solutions plans and execution.
• Support predictable factory/test performance through consistent, aligned processes.
• Factory Interface: Serve as the primary contact for all factory interactions with Test Solutions and keep factory leadership, PTE, and operations informed.
• Strategic Planning & Alignment: Help drive long‑term factory planning (capital needs, spares, preventive maintenance) and communicate production changes impacting Test Solutions staffing, schedules, or technical plans.
• Issue Intake & Routing: Collect, triage, and route factory test issues to the correct engineering teams. Build an engineering support capability for factory troubleshooting. Track issue status and provide updates to both factory and Test Solutions leaders.
• Factory Advocacy: Represent factory priorities in Test Solutions reviews, metrics discussions, and operational planning. Ensure factory readiness throughout proposal, startup, execution, validation, and transition‑to‑production phases.
• Capital & Program Support: Support capital proposals and partner with Execution Leads on planning, LRE reviews, and TE development. Ensure factory needs are met during deployment and handoff of test solutions. Lead TE proposals for long‑range planning and support TS center initiatives.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experienceorAn Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years relevant experience
• At least ten (10) years of leadership experience overseeing mid- to large-scale technical teams and projects
• Experience trouble shooting of production test equipment. Strong understanding of production test processes, test equipment lifecycle, and operational constraints
• Experience with communicating effectively across engineering and operations teams
• Experience with bidding proposals and long-range planning
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship required

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience supporting technical issue resolution, and mentoring early career staff members, or managing project teams of various sizes

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. This role is 100% onsite and qualifies for relocationassistanceOnsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. This position requires a security clearance. 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 Location Information: Andover, MAAs part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms