Principal Mechanical Engineer - IPTL Flight Termination System

Date Posted : 2025-08-29

Country :

United States of America

Location :

AZ802 : RMS AP Bldg 802 1151 East Hermans Road Building 802, Tucson, AZ, 85756 USA

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 :

DoD Clearance : Secret

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.

The Shipboard Effectors Department is currently searching for an experienced Principal Mechanical Engineer to be the Independent Flight Termination System (IFTS) Integrated Product Team Lead (IPTL) with experience leading a multi-disciplinary design and integration team.

The role of the IFTS IPTL is to lead a cross-functional and cross-discipline team of engineers through the design cycle for mechanical, harnessing, and energetics development and RCC 319 qualification, as well as integration into flight rounds. This role will include Control Account Management (CAM) responsibilities so Earned Value (EV) certification is required.

What You Will Do :

Be responsible for the technical integrity of the IFTS enabled Power Control and Telemetry (PC&T) Section, including the Technical Data Package (TDP) development, qualification, and integration of the system into a missile

Tracking, reporting, and meeting cost, schedule, quality, and performance requirements for the finished product, including Earned Value (EV) management and Estimate at Complete (EAC) inputs

Manage the technical Risks of the IFTS

Manage and Communicate staffing needs and requirements to both program and functional leadership

Work environment is primarily in an office, but may include labs, field work, or a combination

Assignments may include guiding a team through several phases of hardware systems lifecycle such as designs and analysis; architecting new systems; developing and documenting subsystem requirements and test plans; peer reviews of designs as a subject matter expert; presentations to peers, management, and government customers; and root-cause failure investigations

Collaboration with both Functional and Program higher level management

Collaboration with Customer and Suppliers

Supervising the definitions of mechanical outline and construction details, component selection and specification, mechanical and assembly drawings, electrical / RF layout, and delivering the final technical data package

Raytheon has a strong culture of mentoring; it is expected that employees will be both mentors and mentees

Qualifications You Must Have :

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience

Prior experience as a technical leader on a complex subsystem

Experience developing and executing a plan to develop a mechanical component or subsystem

Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), basic tolerance analyses, and drawing practices and interpretation for mechanical hardware

Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance U.S. Citizenship is required, Active Secret Clearance (Department of Defense)

Qualifications We Prefer :

Advanced degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Aerospace Engineering

Prior experience as a technical leader on a complex subsystem during Engineering, Manufacturing, and Development (EMD) Phase

Systems engineering thought process with analytical skills background

Experience with design to RCC 319 standards

Familiarity with the design and manufacturing processes of CCAs, mechanical / RF components, metal housings, structures, and electronics assemblies

Highly self-motivated individual that can perform multidiscipline work

Strong leadership skills and project management, sub contract management experience

Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Very strong verbal and written communications and interpersonal skills when working with team members and customers

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.

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RTX solves some of the toughest challenges in aerospace and defense. That requires expansive thinking and bold innovation.

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.

The salary range for this role is 101,000 USD - 203,000 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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