Date Posted:
2026-06-05

Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-AZ-TUCSON-9020 ~ 9020 S Rita Rd ~ BLDG 9020Position Role Type:
OnsiteU.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 clearanceSecurity Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance: SecretSecurity Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required on day 1At 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.
The Advanced Effector Guidance Systems (AEGS) Department within Raytheon Hardware Engineering provides Electrical Systems Engineering to develop Electronic Systems solutions for products across the Raytheon portfolio. Our core electrical engineering responsibilities include architecture, requirements, integration, and test. Our core electrical engineering technologies include RF/RADAR, Navigation/IMU/GPS, Data Link/Communication, Digital, and Power. We partner with several Electrical Product Team departments that provide the detailed design of our electrical products as well as systems teams.
The AEGS department has an exciting opportunity available for a Senior Principal IFTS PO role. The IFTS PO is responsible for leading a multi-disciplined, geographically dispersed team in the design, test, and delivery of all the sub-assemblies needed for the IFTS. The IFTS PO will have multidisciplinary responsibilities to include hardware, software, configurable logic, systems and test equipment. The IFTS PO will frequently interface with internal and external stakeholders, technical subject matter experts, and key major suppliers. The role requires a high level of execution expertise coupled with the ability to lead a highly technical team to ensure they balance technical, schedule and cost risk to meet the programs requirements.
The PO will report directly to the Chief Product Owner (CPO) and will be on staff to the Program Manager (PM) and Office of the Chief Engineer (OCE). The PO will also be the Control Account Manager (CAM) for all IFTS scope. The PO will generate and defend quarterly Estimates at Complete (EAC’s) to functional management and the program management office (PMO). The PO is responsible for capturing all the scope in the statement of work (SOW) and generating a plan for both labor and material for the period of performance.
What You Will Do
Lead a multi-disciplined engineering team and manage suppliers through an aggressive delivery schedule
Responsible for Technical, Cost, and Schedule Execution.
Manage team budget and schedule and work with product team to ensure cost goals and schedule milestones are met.
Track cost and schedule performance using EVMS (earned value management system), be responsible for estimated-at-complete (EACs), and report business metrics to PMO and functional leadership.
Ability to obtain PM Level 7 Certification
Collaborate with suppliers and customers for procuring and demonstrating capabilities in lab or field environments.
Assignments may include guiding a team through several phases of hardware systems lifecycle such as designs and analysis; developing and documenting subsystem requirements and test plans; presentations to peers, management, and government customers; and root-cause failure investigations.
Raytheon has a strong culture of mentoring; it is expected that employees will be both mentors and mentees.
Work environment is primarily in an office, but may include labs, field work, or a combination.
Assignments may require some travel
Collaboration with both Functional and Program higher level management.
Qualifications You Must Have:
Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience unless
Eight years of experience in one or more of the following areas:
Analog, digital, and power electronics design, integration, and production support
RF product and subassembly design, integration, and production support
Electro Optical product and subassembly design, integration, and production support
Deconvolving high level requirements into actionable design electronics and subsystem architectures
Experience in sub-systems, systems engineering, requirement development and/or requirement validation
Active and transferable U.S. government issued Top Secret security clearance is required prior to start date
Qualifications We Value:
An advanced degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, or related engineering degree.
Systems engineering thought process with analytical skills background.
Highly self-motivated individual that can perform multidiscipline work
Electrical subsystems typically contain antennas, analog RF circuit cards, digital circuit cards, and configurable logic so the ideal candidate will have a background in designing and troubleshooting of one or more of these components. Ideal candidates will also have experience in project leadership, systems engineering and architecture and have a desire to grow to a higher level.
Able to network / influence outside of the team with other design and production support organizations, program leadership, other engineering disciplines and Manufacturing organizations.
Interpersonal skills with the ability to interact positively with peers, suppliers, management, and customers in a production environment.
Proven experience in balancing engineering process discipline and innovation for rapid development and program success.
Experience working with missiles or similar systems.
Ability to effectively work multiple tasks and priorities.
Knowledge of mixed signal electronics.
Practical experience in all phases of the product development lifecycle.
Experience in developing proposals.
Experience leading large, complex trade studies
What We Offer
Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
This is onsite in Tucson, AZ and is eligible for relocation assistance.
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.
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