Senior Test System Execution Lead Engineer

Socket.dev; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Parental leave

Educational assistance

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Test Systems Senior Execution Lead to drive the full test-system lifecycle, onsite in Tucson, AZ. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage execution against IMS/IMP, and ensure risk-controlled delivery of production test systems for advanced programs.

The role requires a STEM degree, 5+ years in test systems or related PM/engineering, and the ability to obtain a DoD secret clearance. Onsite work and relocation support are provided.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM).
• Minimum of five (5) years prior relevant experience.
• Experience with EVMS fundamentals and IMS/IMP alignment; R&O management.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional engineering teams across electrical, mechanical, software, and systems throughout the test-system lifecycle.
• Manage day-to-day execution of work packages with IMS alignment and risk monitoring.
• Provide execution status, staffing forecasts, and cost/schedule data for CAM analysis.
• Troubleshoot complex test systems using analyzers and diagnostic tools.

Skills

Cross‑functional leadership

EVMS fundamentals

IMS/IMP alignment

Risk & opportunities management

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in STEM

Tools

Automation Test Equipment

Unit Under Test (UUT)

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-09-16

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-805 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 805

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 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. Webringmore than 100 years of experience and renowned engineeringexpertiseto meet today’s mission needs and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threats. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

The Test Solutions organization within RTX drives business success by providing a variety of critical engineering services across product lines and functions.

We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Test Systems Senior Execution Lead located onsite in Tucson, AZ. The Test Solutions organization within RTX delivers critical engineering services that accelerate program success and ensure product readiness across multiple mission areas. We are seeking a Senior Execution Lead to drive the technical execution of production test system design, development, integration, and sell-off activities. This experienced individual contributor will operate with autonomy, applying judgment, technical expertise, and cross‑functional leadership to ensure execution excellence across moderately complex work packages.

What You Will Learn

• Independently lead cross‑functional engineering teams including electrical, mechanical, software, and systems in executing the full test‑system lifecycle (design, development, integration, sell-off).

• Manage day‑to‑day technical execution of assigned work packages, ensuring clear tasking, issue escalation, scope adherence, and alignment to the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).

• Drive timely visibility of technical, schedule, and integration risks; conduct 30/60/90-day look‑ahead reviews and maintain tight execution cadence.

• Provide accurate execution status, staffing forecasts, supplier updates, risk and issue reporting, and other data essential to Control Account Manager (CAM) cost and schedule analysis.

• Troubleshoot complex system issues using scopes, analyzers, and related diagnostic tools.

• Follow established Test Solutions processes and contribute to continuous improvement of integration workflows and readiness practices.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of five (5) years prior relevant experience.

• Experience supporting Program Management, preferred; leading Test Systems Development efforts (hardware/software development, integration, Verification & Validation (V&V)).

• Experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) fundamentals, Integrated Master Schedule / Integrated Master Plan (IMS/IMP) alignment, Risks & Opportunities (R&O) management, and the test system lifecycle, OR similar program management and execution frameworks applied in software, industrial, or complex system development.

• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government‑issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Strong influential communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to present analytic and performance results from program to executive and/or functional leadership.

• Experience in large program execution.

• Demonstrate understanding of Research/Development, Capital, engineering development, transition to production, production, and maintenance.

• Experience with proposal capture and contract processes from receipt of Requests for Proposal (RFP), preparing Basis of Estimates (BOE), proposal submittal, preparing Statements of Work (SOW), contract startup and contract close-out.

• Experience with all the functionalities of Automation Test Equipment/Unit Under Test (ATE/UUT).

• Agile Methodologies understanding.

What We Offer:

• A total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

• This role is 100% onsite in Tucson, AZ and qualifies for relocation assistance.

• 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.

• This position requiresa securityclearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles andadjudicatesthe 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:

Tucson, AZ

As 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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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.

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