Senior Principal Engineer - Sentinel Production IPTL (Onsite)

Job ID: 01857388Posted: Posted 19 Days AgoStart Date: 2026-07-14Location: US-CA-FULLERTON-611 ~ 1801 Hughes Dr ~ BLDG 611Country: United States of AmericaTime Type: Full timeDate Posted:2026-07-14 Country:United States of America Location:US-CA-FULLERTON-611 ~ 1801 Hughes Dr ~ BLDG 611 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: Secret - Current Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.Raytheon’s Land Air Defense Systems (LADS) Engineering Execution Department is seeking a skilled and motivated Production Integrated Product Team Lead to support the Sentinel Product Line. The Sentinel Product Line (PL) is an organization within the Medium Range Air Defense Product Line (MRAD PL) within Raytheon containing multiple programs within its portfolio including Sentinel, NASAMS, and HAWK. The MRAD PL is a complex program area executing work across the Raytheon business, through a key partnership with Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace (KDA) and Raytheon Australia. With NASAMS in 12 different countries and Sentinel in 16 countries, the current 5-year strategy is to further expand the global footprint. The Sentinel Production Integrated Product Team Lead will be responsible for coordinating the engineering support for the Sentinel Production efforts. This includes program technical performances, financial management, customer interface, technical support for business growth and a collaborative partnership between multiple production sites. This position requires strategic and tactical direction for program execution via multi-functional, geographically dispersed teams and sub-contractors with cross-business teams and suppliers. This position is onsite based in Fullerton, CAWhat You Will DoProvide technical oversight and direction for a variety of Sentinel Production efforts.Manage engineering support to Production activities – including timely resolution of technical issues.Collaborate with other leads from various functions in support of production scope.Track status of issues engineering is engaged in resolving.Act as single point of contact for program leadership on engineering support to production.Report directly to Sentinel Office of the Chief Engineer.Periods of travel up to 10% of time both domestically and internationally.Qualifications You Must HaveTypically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of ten (10) years of prior relevant experience.Experience managing cost, schedule and execution for technical projects.Experience in production.Program Manager Certification level six (6) or ability to obtain within the first year in the role.Active and transferable Secret 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.Qualifications We Prefer Earned Value Certification.Experience with program risk and opportunity (R&O) process to include program revenue and profit recognition to minimize risk to the organization.Working knowledge of radar operations.Strong communication skills and prior experience presenting to customers and senior leadership.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and proven ability to work effectively with all organization levels, including a matrixed environment.What We OfferOur values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.Relocation Eligibility– Relocation assistance is available.Learn More & Apply Now!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 a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA), 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: Southern CA Locations: Raytheon El Segundo, CA LocationWe Are RTX#LI-Onsite#LI-HS30As 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 145,600 USD - 276,800 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. 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