Sr Systems Engineer

Pratt & Whitney; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 82,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in defense technology seeks a Sr Systems Engineer for its Miniature Air-Launched Decoy (MALD) team in Tucson. This role involves system sustainment tasks such as technical documentation, spares analysis, and logistics support for military operations. The ideal candidate will have a STEM degree and relevant experience, along with a commitment to support the mission of providing defense solutions.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off and holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience with CMBRE Test Set required.
• Active U.S. government issued security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain governmental and systemic databases for lifecycle management.
• Support missile readiness analysis and field event support.
• Coordinate shipment of MALD Property supporting contract requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Customer focus

Collaboration skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Date Posted:

2025-05-23

Country:

United States of America

Location:

AZ861: RMS Rita Road Bldg 9030 9000 South Rita Road Building 9030, Tucson, AZ, 85747 USA

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:

DoD Clearance: Secret

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. 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.

Job Summary:

Life Cycle Engineering seeks a Sr Systems Engineer to join our Miniature Air-Launched Decoy (MALD) team located in Tucson, AZ. In this role, you will support the Sustainment Manager and be involved in all aspects of system sustainment.You will also be responsible for executing tasks in the areas of Integrated Logistics Support (ILS), Sustainment Analysis, and Sustainment Planning.This will include tasks such technical documentation, spares analysis, provisioning support, and training.

What You Will Do:

• Maintain Government and Raytheon systemic databases supporting the lifecycle management of fleet inventory and customer spares.
• Support Flight Test activities by providing missile readiness analysis and field event support.
• Support Warfighter readiness by providing MALD Familiarization Training to Military Operators and Support Personnel.
• Review annual updates to the MALD Technical Manual and provide update recommendations.
• Coordinate the movement and shipment of MALD Property (missiles, material, tooling, and test equipment) in and out of Raytheon in support of contract requirements.
• Performing supportability engineering tasking i.e. Logistics Support Analysis, technical documentation updates, training curricula, reports and presentations, spares management, etc.
• Supporting the logistics concepts efforts for Supply, Maintenance, Transportation and Personnel as required.
• This position may require travel.
  

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience with the Common Munitions Built-In-Test/Reprograming (CMBRE) Test Set.
• 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.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• A self-starter who can take on task with limited guidance.
• Experience with Air Power & Strategic Missiles Defense Effectors folio and/or technical documentation logistics
• Strong analytical skills.
• Customer focus and collaboration skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; knowledge of MS Office.
• Ability to influence product design to optimize product supportability.
• Experience in the preparation and presentation of briefing material.
• Technical Manual and Field Service Support experience.
• Process Re-Invention Integrating Systems for Manufacturing (PRISM) experience.
  

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, Innovation and Safety.

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

• 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 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: Security Clearance FAQs - United States Department of State.

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The salary range for this role is 82,000 USD - 164,000 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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