Principal Specialist, Configuration Management

Principal Analyst, Configuration Management

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 Effectors Configuration Management department is looking for an individual to perform the role of Principal Analyst, Configuration Management.

This position is Onsite in Tucson, Arizona.

What You Will Do

• Responsible for Configuration Management Activities: Oversee execution of CM processes, including identification, control, verification, and status accounting for technical documentation and products including, but not limited to, technical drawings, hardware, basis-of-estimates, Engineering Bill of Materials (EBOM), estimates, SOWs, bids, and more to ensure alignment with contractual and organizational requirements.
• Change Management Implementation: Establish and enforce procedures for managing engineering document changes, representing CM in cross-functional implementation of common processes.
• Mentorship and Cross-Functional Guidance: Provide mentorship and guidance to CM team members while driving cross-functional alignment and implementing best practices across programs.
• Risk Assessment and Leadership Advisory: Lead CM-related projects, assess configuration risks, ensure compliance, and advise leadership on program readiness and overall configuration health.
• Proposal Development and Program Health Monitoring: Develop accurate Basis of Estimates (BOEs) for proposals and provide CM expertise during Gate and Milestone reviews to ensure program success.
• Engineering Change Coordination: Review and analyze released engineering change data, coordinating updates between engineering, quality, support, manufacturing, and data control teams.
• Audit Leadership and Compliance Assurance: Conduct and/or lead configuration audits, resolve data discrepancies, and ensure compliance with CM plans, command media, and contractual obligations.
• Baseline Management and Data Integrity: Establish and maintain product baselines while ensuring data accuracy across systems and tools throughout the product lifecycle.
• Cross-Functional CM Support: Collaborate with engineering, operations, and supply chain teams to support configuration and change control activities effectively.

Qualifications You Must Have

• A degree with 5 years of professional experience with Configuration Management experience preferred. In lieu of a degree 9 years of professional experience, Configuration Management experience preferred.
• Experience with databases (SAP, ERP, PDM, CABS, PRISM, Cameo and/or other related databases).
• The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer

• General knowledge and understanding of configuration management principles using configuration management policies, procedures, and tools
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with various engineering disciplines to ensure data integrity and compliance with configuration management policies
• Ability to identify potential complex problems associated with technical engineering data regarding configuration management issues, and take corrective action as needed
• Experience reviewing data and/or processing documentation/records
• Eagerness to step up and work cross-functionally to help train, advise, and offer solutions to problems.

What We Offer

• Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs.
• Some of the superior benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.
• 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.
• Work Schedule: 9/80 schedule (every other Friday off)
• Relocation Eligibility: This position is eligible for relocation