Principal Integration Technical Lead

Company: RTX
Location: Tucson
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Date Posted: 2026-02-26 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-9020 ~ 9020 S Rita Rd ~ BLDG 9020 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: 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. Systems Engineering & Test Capabilities (SE&TC) integrates, verifies, and validates 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 together with our customers The Effectors Center in the SE&TC Directorate is seeking Flight test engineers focused on Lab Integration, Platform Integration, and/or Flight Test. In this role you will be hands- on, supporting the successful completion of test events and the associated analysis of test data. This position is Onsite in Tucson, AZ. What You Will Do The core of what you will do is plan, prepare for and execute system level test events at Raytheon and at USG facilities. You will coordination across functions and with USG counterparts. You will direct the activities of junior engineers and provide technical leadership in the lab and field. You will effectively communicate and confidently present to program leadership (internal & USG), attention to detail, ability to be organized and prioritize efforts and a strong work ethic. You will mentor and guide a team of junior engineers. You will conduct missile level integration and testing This position requires the ability to physically inspect missiles, support the test set up of missiles, help maneuver missile during packing/unpacking and potentially support multiple long days of testing in a row in austere conditions. Shift Information: This is primarily a 1st shift position but work hours may shift when needed to support test asset delivery. This position is Onsite. Travel Requirements – up to 10% of the time. Some testing events may require weeks of travel Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline and a minimum of eight (8) years of prior relevant experience. Hardware Systems Integration, Platform Integration and/or Flight Test experience Experience supporting field tests, or systems deployed in the field Experience with Verification and Validation methods Experience with the use of lab/field test equipment 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 Experience in generation and presentation of documentation to internal & USG stakeholders. Knowledge and experience with the Tomahawk Weapon System is highly desired Software integration experience at the missile level Hardware integration experience at the missile level Test plan and procedure generation for missile level test events Experience conducting EMI/EMV/HERO at the missile level at USG test facilities Missile level troubleshooting experience Experience preparing for and coordinating the shipment of significant test equipment Flight test 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: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance available for this position Learn More & Apply Now! 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 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. The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 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. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms

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