Senior Systems Engineering Section Leader (M5)

Prattwhitney; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Benefits package

Job summary

RTX in Tucson, Arizona seeks an Engineering Section Leader to join on-site, leading a dynamic team of engineers, partnering with program leadership and Talent Acquisition to staff programs, and oversee pre-boarding and onboarding for new hires.

You will update requirements, model systems with Cameo, participate in failure investigations and trade studies, and ensure effective execution in a matrix environment. A STEM bachelor’s and 10+ years experience are expected; advanced degrees preferred.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM preferred) and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience working in system integration & test.
• Experience with the Performance Development process.
• Experience working in a matrix environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dynamic team of engineers & meet with program leadership to identify staffing needs and rotations.
• Work with Talent Acquisition to generate job postings and conduct interviews.
• Coordinate pre-boarding and onboarding experience for new employees joining the department & identify tasking opportunities for new employees.
• Update, maintain, and improve requirements and requirements documentation for development and production efforts.
• Model the system and the system development and production processes using Cameo.
• Participate in Failure Investigations.
• Conduct Trade Studies and present results to customers.
• Troubleshoot and analyze hardware, software, and system issues through detailed data analysis.

Skills

Staffing management

System integration

Matix environment

EVMS familiarity

Interviews & staffing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Tools

Cameo

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-03 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-807 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 807 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 date

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. 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 Land & Air Defense Systems (LADS) Systems Engineering (SE) Department is searching for an Engineering Section Leader to join our on-site team in Tucson, Arizona. In this role, you will support SE efforts on programs, as well as spend up to 50% of your time seeking out and managing new hires into the department. This position provides an opportunity to grow your technical skillset by contributing to the development of our workforce and creating and fostering an collaborative environment

What You Will Do

• Lead a dynamic team of engineers & meet with program leadership to identify staffing needs and rotations
• Working with Talent Acquisition to generate job postings and conduct interviews
• Coordinate pre-boarding and onboarding experience for new employees joining the department & identify tasking opportunities for new employees
• Update, maintain, and improve requirements and requirements documentation for development and production efforts
• Model the system and the system development and production processes using Cameo
• Participate in Failure Investigations
• Conduct Trade Studies and present results to customers
• Troubleshoot and analyze hardware, software, and system issues through detailed data analysis

Qualification

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM preferred) and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience
• Experience working in the areas of system integration & test
• Experience with the Performance Development process
• Experience working in a matrix environment

We Prefer

• Master’s or PhD in Engineering, Math or Physics
• Prior experience managing direct reports in an engineering environment
• Prior experience with conducting job interviews and evaluations
• Prior experience evaluating staffing levels
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage a geographically dispersed team
• Experience with the Earned Value Management System (EVMS) or similar budget tracking system
• Experience with Raytheon’s Proposal Capture Process (development of Basis of Estimates, etc.)
• Experience with the Estimate at Complete (EAC) process
• Clear communication and interpersonal skills

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.

Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance available for this position

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.

Onsite: 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 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.

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.