Principal Systems Engineer - Integration Lead

Company: RTX
Location: Tucson
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Date Posted: 2026-03-26 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-848 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 848 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 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. In Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities (SETC) 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 together with our customers. The Effectors Center in the SETC is seeking Systems Engineers focused on Hardware Integration and Qualification/Verification testing. In this role you will be hands- on, supporting the successful completion of test events and the associated analysis of test data. What You Will Do Lead a team to perform integration, verification, lab and field qualification testing to ensure the system under test performs according to specifications/requirements. Lead and oversee data collection activities, including review and analysis of data elements, and provide detailed reports of results. Direct and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams in fault isolation, fault analysis, and corrective action investigations across mechanical and electrical subsystems, system-level performance, and system-of-system integration, including all-up round (AUR) configurations weapon-to-carriage interfaces, and aircraft platform integration. Own the development and quality of technical documentation supporting formal test events and reviews, including Test Readiness Reviews (TRR), Consent-To-Ships (CTS), and Test Data Review (TDR) packages, by leading contributors and ensuring review readiness Lead field test execution teams and serve as the primary integration authority during lab and field events, with periodic travel to support critical test milestones Serve as Control Account Manager (CAM) responsible for scope, schedule cost, and performance execution of Integration and Verification work packages, including IMS planning, EVMS reporting, risk management, and staffing forecasts. Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM preferred) and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience. Hardware Systems Integration experience on military platforms. Platform Integration and/or Flight Test experience. Experience supporting field tests, or systems deployed in the field. Experience with Verification and Validation methods. Ability to obtain an interim secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. Qualifications We Prefer Experience leading technical efforts that require cross-organizational coordination between DoD customers (USAF/Navy), prime contractors,and subsystem suppliers. Experience serving as a Control Account Manager (CAM), with responsibility for scope, schedule, cost and technical performance. Experience planning and executing environmental qualification testing, including climatic testing (temperature, humidity, altitude, precipitation, etc.) and dynamic testing (vibration, shock, and mechanical load environments). Familiarity with Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) testing, including EMI/EMC, lightning, and related MIL-STD electromagnetic susceptibility/compatibility evaluations. Experience leading system integration and technical execution for flight test activities on USAF or Navy aircraft platforms, working closely with government and prime contractor flight organizations Experience collecting and evaluating data to diagnose and solve technical issues. Experience creating integration and verification strategies. Experience in integration with test equipment, telemetry data analysis tools, and missile systems host platforms. Experience managing and presenting technical data to Stakeholders and Customer community, in design reviews and technical interchange meetings. Technical leadership with capture/pursuit experience, including contribution or authoring of white papers, RFI responses, proposal of technical volumes, or related 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. Location: 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 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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