Senior Principal Systems Engineer – TOW Production Chief Engineer (Onsite)

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

Job Description:

Date Posted: 2026-03-24 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: Secret - Current 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. Raytheon’s Land Air Defense Systems (LADS) Engineering Production Department is seeking a TOW Production Chief Engineer . This position is for the TOW Production Chief Engineer Role within the Precision Fire & Maneuver Systems SSBU that is part of the LADS SBU of Raytheon. The Chief Engineer (CE) is the key technical executive responsible for overseeing the technical baseline and ensuring the successful execution of program technical objectives. Drawing from a varied background, CEs typically have significant experience as subject matter experts, Integrated Product Team Leads, Cross Product Team Leads, or Lead Systems Engineers. In this role, you will bring a wealth of knowledge across multiple engineering disciplines to develop new weapon systems, transition them to production, and manufacture these products. You will lead large teams and manage both technical and financial responsibilities. As technical leaders, Chief Engineers work closely with program management to deliver on contracted program goals, ensuring the highest level of engineering performance and innovation. At Raytheon Engineering, Chief Engineers play a vital role in solving some of the industry's most complex challenges to create a safer world. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, they design and deliver cutting-edge, end-to-end solutions that detect, track, engage, and neutralize threats. With a focus on technical execution throughout a program's lifecycle, Chief Engineers lead the charge in driving the technical direction of programs, leveraging their expertise to navigate complex engineering processes and deliver exceptional results. By connecting vision with precision, they contribute to the advancement of industry-leading defense and aerospace solutions. This is an onsite role located in Tucson, AZ . What You Will Do Establish and manage a product vision, strategy, and goals to align with multiple Programs/Customers and facilitate conflict resolution. Ensure technical integrity and engineering execution across the IPT and other functions to meet and/or exceed cost, schedule, and technical requirements. Primary technical point of contact with senior customer counterparts, internal senior program management and engineering leadership. Support the capture of new business and influence technical and product line roadmaps, ensuring they are reflected in program planning and execution Plan out and lead the incremental break-in of upgrades and system improvements Drive positive change within the production environment as a key stakeholder in Failure Review Boards, FRACAS activities and other continuous improvement efforts Technically engage with major subcontractors and partners to ensure product deliverables Direct a team of multi-disciplined engineers in support of missile development Provide technical advisory disposition for Export / Import (EXIM) compliance. Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) and a minimum 10 years of prior relevant experience. Technical leadership experience (such as Chief Engineer, Engineering Lead, or Technical Director), working on Effectors or Missiles. Experience with leading and conducting missile trade studies, missile system development and design, missile systems requirements development and management, or missile system integration and test. Experience developing work plans, driving execution, and managing resources with multi-million-dollar annual budgets. Experience in strategic development, customer interface, or contract capture in the Defense Industry. Active and transferable Secret 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 Technical leadership experience (such as Chief Engineer or Technical Director) and including experience across the development and production lifecycle Excellent communication, technical writing, oral presentation, and interpersonal skills Experience in leading and executing the design and development of complex system architectures Demonstrated experience across the product lifecycle, including concept development, architecture, design, integration, verification, and production Demonstrated experience and ability to interact with and influence Department of Defense (DoD), and/or commercial and non-traditional customer sets Proven ability to develop effective internal and external customer relationships to ensure customer satisfaction and continued business Direct experience with Engineering Risks and Opportunities (R&O) Management Demonstrated experience with globally distributed engineering execution organizations (CONUS and OCONUS) Master's degree in Engineering, Physics, or related discipline CE Level 4 certification 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 is available. 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. This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA), 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 Tucson, AZ: Raytheon Tucson, AZ Location We Are RTX LI-Onsite LI-HS30 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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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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