Principal Tech Engineering

Company: Raytheon Careers
Location: Tucson
Posted on: September 2, 2024

Job Description:

AZ802: RMS AP Bldg 802 1151 East Hermans Road Building 802, Tucson, AZ, 85756 USA*Position Role Type:*
OnsiteAt 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. The Energetics and Propulsion Department is an engineering organization in the Mechanical Engineering (ME) Directorate. The Senior Principal Engineer - Solid Propulsion position would be responsible for the full spectrum of warhead / rocket motor / DACS design and performance, fuzing, ignition, power sources, one-shot energetic initiation, and all other weapon systems safety device technology.
Responsible engineering authority within the solid propulsion discipline. Ability to communicate both to the RMD leadership to provide program status, accomplishments, issues, and help needed, while ensuring program alignment and teamwork.

* Support proposal efforts with major suppliers while partnering with supply chain to define future contract scope, schedule, and program start up at the suppliers.

* Apply or develop highly advanced technologies, scientific principles, theories and concepts to the systems integration of propulsion, thrusters, controllers, software, mechanical and electrical interfaces for integration into missile systems and space vehicles.

* Review manufacturing processes and problem resolution as well as working directly with subcontractors on the design and manufacturing of solid rocket motor propulsion systems.

* Manage propulsion system development projects and propulsion subcontracts; review and disposition subcontract data and change requests; and oversee supplier operations.

* Bachelor's in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) or related degree.

* Ten years of experience in propulsion technology and its application to solid propulsion systems or seven years with an advanced degree and related experience.

* S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

*Education: MS in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Math, or related science degree

* Twelve plus years of directly related experience in propulsive technology and its application to solid or liquid, and/or mono propellant propulsion systems.

* Project engineering skills and experience using Earned Value Management System

* Demonstrated success as a proposal/cost account manager as well as project/team leader

* Willingness to travel, including international, to provide supplier support

* Active Secret or Top Secret Clearance (Department of Defense)

*Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. We embrace individuality and diversity of thought to fuel opportunity for our employees, our customers, and our communities. 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.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.*All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.*
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