Sr. Systems Engineer - Integration Lead

RTX; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Eligibility - Yes

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer - Integration Lead for our Tucson, AZ site. You will ensure all system components meet E3 specs and performance standards prior to delivery, leading test planning, review, and integration activities.

The role requires a STEM degree, 5+ years of experience, and the ability to obtain Interim Secret clearance. Onsite work in Tucson with potential travel up to 10% is expected.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) required.
• Minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and develop detailed documentation to support formal testing reviews (TRR, CTS, ESRB).
• Develop and review test reports for accuracy and compliance.
• Lead and support test plans and procedures (DVT, Qualification, Production Acceptance).
• Collaborate with Test Architect to optimize strategies and processes.
• Maintain Hardware Utilization Matrix (HUM) and ensure test equipment availability.
• Support Lab Integration and Testing with cross-functional teams.
• Contribute to Factory Test Equipment prove-in and checkout activities.
• Mentor team members and align with program leadership goals.
• May travel up to 10% for field tests.

Skills

Test planning

Test execution

Integration strategies

Hardware integration

Software integration

Documentation & presentation

Education

STEM degree

Tools

Test equipment

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-07-16

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-M09 ~ 3350 E Hemisphere Loop ~ BLDG M09

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.

In Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities (SE&TC) we integrate, verify, and validate our products. We put our systems together, exercise them in the lab or in the field, measure and analyze performance, and make sure our products work the first time and every time. To accomplish this, we develop plans and procedures, debug and evaluate system functions and interfaces, develop test environments, and work hand-in-hand with our customers. SETC is an exciting and challenging environment where you will have the opportunity to design, develop and test to shape innovative solutions for our customers.

We are excited to announce an opportunity for the SR. Systems Engineer - Integration Lead to join our team in Tucson, AZ. In this role, you will contribute to the critical process of ensuring all system components meet the required E3 specifications and performance standards prior to delivery.

What You Will Do:

• Prepare and develop detailed documentation to support formal testing reviews, including Test Readiness Reviews (TRR), Consent to Ship (CTS), and Engineering Safety Review Boards (ESRBs).


• Develop, review, and approve comprehensive test reports to ensure accuracy and compliance.


• Lead and support the development, review, and approval of test plans and test procedures, including Design Verification Tests, Qualification Tests, and Production Acceptance Tests.


• Collaborate with the Test Architect to optimize test strategies and processes.


• Maintain and manage the Hardware Utilization Matrix (HUM) while ensuring that the necessary test equipment infrastructure is in place to meet all test requirements.


• Support Engineering Lab Integration and Testing by working closely with cross-functional teams to integrate hardware and software into tactical systems, assessing their functionality and performance impact.


• Contribute to Factory Test Equipment prove-in and checkout activities to validate system performance and reliability.


• Provide mentorship and guidance to team members while aligning efforts with program leadership goals and objectives.


• This position may require up to 10% travel during periods that include field test execution.
  

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 test planning and execution and/or test related reviews (CTS, TRR, & ESRB’s)


• Ability to obtain Interim Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Expertise in design verification, qualification, and acceptance testing methodologies.


• Skilled in developing integration and verification strategies and procedures to ensure system compliance with requirements.


• Hands-on experience with hardware and software integration, with a preference for military or aerospace platforms.


• Proficient in utilizing hardware, laboratory environments, and test equipment for system testing and validation.


• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.


• Experienced in documenting and presenting results to leadership and stakeholders, ensuring clarity and transparency.


• Excellent written and oral communication skills; knowledge of MS Office tools, and experience in the preparation and presentation of briefing material.

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 Eligibility - Yes

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

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  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.
  

  
  


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  Clearance Information: 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
  

  
  


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  Tucson, AZ: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-tucson,-az-location

  
  

_ 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.