Principal Common CAS Actuator Design Lead REA

Date Posted : 2025-10-13

Country :

United States of America

Location :

AZ888 : RMS AP Bldg 928 1151 East Hermans Road Building 928, Tucson, AZ, 85706 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 Precision Control Actuation System department is seeking a mechanical design engineer to join the multi-disciplinary PCAS organization to support the development, build, and verification of common control actuation systems, focused on actuator design, where the individual will specifically be responsible for a common Actuator product. This role supports an integrated product team implemented across multiple programs / stakeholders with a focus on stakeholder management and therefore requires cross-functional, cross-discipline, and external collaboration.

What You Will Do

You will provide various mechanical engineering support for a common CAS, depending on needs of the adopters, support needs may fluctuate. Based on skillsets, support may include but not limited to detailed mechanical design, earned value management, test design and execution, and systems engineering.

You will be the main product POC and may lead a small team of lower level professionals

You will be expected to flex responsibilities based on the current needs of the organization and their respective skill sets.

At this grade level, you will be expected to work autonomously with minimal oversight, may manage moderate size projects, delegate work to lower level professionals, have advanced to expert knowledge of the control mechanism development domain, address problems that are difficult and complex, and influence others regarding policies, practices and procedures

What You Will Learn

The PCAS organization provides ample opportunities for hands-on hardware work, with a dedicated lab space at our Huntsville and Tucson facility.

PCAS mechanical engineers are exposed to a variety of lab activities including engineering builds, hardware integration, hardware tuning, and hardware verification.

The PCAS organization provides a strong technical learning environment with a dedicated control system technology pyramid comprised of engineering fellows.

PCAS mechanical engineers are provided the opportunity for direct access to these subject matter experts, fostering accelerated technical growth. Mentor relationships are encouraged.

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 unless prohibited by local laws / regulations.

A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience or an advance degree and a minimum of 5 years relevant experience

Experience in mechanical mechanism design OR flight control systems for aerospace applications

Ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance prior to the start date.  U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

​ Qualifications We Prefer

Experience developing flight control systems for aerospace applications

Experience collaborating with major subtier suppliers

Knowledge of design and verification test of systems for common or composable products

Flexibility to travel to supplier sites (including United Kingdom) for TIMs

Create Daily Action Plans and track actions using a RAIL

Perform performance testing on actuators and interpret results

Familiarity with concepts of gear design, motor design and control architecture

Experience with Creo modeling software and Windchill / cPDM for TDP maintenance and support including peer review process, change board process, variances, supplier requests and change notices

Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Physics

Basic proficiency with model development and data analysis in MATLAB / Simulink

Experience working with and integrating hardware.

Experience with dSPACE Real-time test systems

Ability to estimate project / tasks level of effort

Ability to cross collaborate with geographically distributed teams

Experience and certifications in Earned Value Project Management

Ability to articulate, in both oral and written form, to technical, non-technical and management audiences

Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)

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.

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 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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