Systems Sustainment Engineer II

Date Posted:

2026-08-12



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:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

This requisition is for an RTX intern converting to FT hire upon graduation

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.

Life Cycle Engineering is seeking a Systems Sustainment Engineer.  In this role, you will utilize your existing technical expertise to work independently and efficiently, executing your responsibilities to meet customer objectives.

This position will be on-site based out of Tucson, Arizona.

What You Will Do

• Synchronize depot functions – to include receiving/induction, spares provisioning, repairs, (end-item and subassembly), plant clearance, sales, and shipping
• Provide sustainment engineering support for developmental and legacy programs to achieve long-term product sustainment strategies and planning
• Act as a liaison with all engineering disciplines, such as Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, Test, Materials and Processes, and Structural design functions
• Assist with supportability analyses and provide inventory recommendations, including but not limited to spares recommendations, excess scrap, and parts and materials substitutions as necessary
• Collaborate across factory and logistics teams to resolve shipping backlogs
• Coordinate with Depot Coordinator and Operations to facilitate factory hardware repair work
• Engagement in peer reviews, program reviews, design reviews, failure review boards, investigation teams, warranty claims and working groups
• The ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) major obtained by start date.
• Experience or coursework in System Design.
• Experience with depot functions and /or logistics.
• Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.
• Active and transferrable final U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain program access after start. US citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Ability to review technical documentation for accuracy and compliance with existing standards
• Ability to identify concerns, suggest solutions, and follow through to closure

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of ILS processes, including sustainment and supportability principles and concepts.
• Prior RTX internship, co-op, or work 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: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

• Relocation Eligibility

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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 ability to obtain a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), 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: Security Clearance FAQs - United States Department of State

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 68,900 USD - 131,100 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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