Sr. Principal Low Observable Design & Analysis Engineer

RTX; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee assistance program

Educational assistance

Job summary

RTX is seeking a seasoned professional for an onsite role focused on Radar Cross Section design, analysis and testing. You will contribute to integrated product teams applying advanced signature control techniques across deliverables and help assess system performance.

The role requires a STEM degree with 7+ years of experience or an advanced degree with 7+ years, and a Secret security clearance. You will prepare proposals, BOEs, and present findings to customers.

Qualifications

• Requires STEM degree and 7+ years experience, or an advanced degree with 7+ years experience.
• Experience performing RCS measurement/testing, prediction, and/or design.
• Secret Security Clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Radar Cross Section (RCS) design, analysis, and test.
• Work in integrated product teams to incorporate advanced signature control techniques into deliverable products and aid in assessment of system performance.
• Proposal Writing and Basis of Estimate (BOE) development.
• Present results of testing, analysis, and design efforts to internal and external customers.

Skills

RCS design/expertise

Systems engineering

Security clearance

Education

STEM degree + 7+ years experience or advanced degree

Tools

SENTRi

XPATCH

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-11-02

Country: United States of America

Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-827C ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 827C (External Site)

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: Secret - Current

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

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.

Raytheon is an industry leader in Stealth Technology. We are involved in all phases of development, production, and maintenance of Low Observable (LO) weapon systems. You will be working on cutting-edge projects, developing next-generation materials, and integrating advanced signature control techniques into our defense systems.

What You Will Do

• Radar Cross Section (RCS) design, analysis, and test
• You will work in integrated product teams to incorporate advanced signature control techniques into deliverable products and aid in the assessment of system level performance.
• Proposal Writing and Basis of Estimate (BOE) development.
• Present results of testing, analysis, and design efforts to internal and external customers

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years experience
• Experience performing RCS measurement/testing, prediction, and/or design
• Secret Security Clearance

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with high temperature RCS reduction techniques
• Experience with Infrared signature analysis and reduction techniques
• Experience in Laser Cross Section reduction techniques
• Experience using industry standard computational electromagnetic (CEM) codessuch as SENTRi & XPATCH
• Integrated Product Team (IPT) leadership experience
• Advanced Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
• Top Secret security clearance

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.

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.

• 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
• holidays
• annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs

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.

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.