Process and Compliance Senior Principal Engineer

Date Posted: 2026-07-07 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-914 ~ 6880 S Tucson Blvd ~ BIKE SHOP 914 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. 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 after day 1 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 Process and Compliance Senior Principal Engineer will be responsible for shaping and driving the future of the Bike Shop and its programs in command media development and maintenance related to procurement, prototyping, fabrication, assembly, inspection and test of engineering hardware. As the leader, you will serve as the primary authority for understanding Command Media that is relevant to the organization, recommending and implementing updates as you find inconsistencies, ensuring our overall compliance, and sharing knowledge. What You Will Do This position is expected to have a significant impact on the Bike Shop and its program customers through the following contributions: Compliance: Gain a deep understanding of execution processes within the Bike Shop. Align the Bike Shop day-to-day execution with expectations and policies related to procurement, prototyping fabrication, assembly, inspection and test of engineering hardware as documented in CommandIQ. Governance: Responsible authority for Bike Shop Command Media and Governance. Ensure accountability and compliance through structured oversight. Knowledge Sharing: Align Center, Department, and Program Leadership on key process changes prior to implementation. Teach Bike Shop leadership an overview of relevant Command Media and best practices for implementation. Establish communications plan and cadence within the Center to inform of new policies and guidelines. Work with programs and customers to solve process-related issues as they arise. Operational Efficiency: Streamline procurement and prototyping processes, eliminate redundancy, and strengthen collaboration between the Bike Shop, and other relevant functions to ensure the right data is captured and that we’re following Command Media to the best intent. Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify and address risks related to accuracy and compliance. Risks could be related to department or program execution. Innovation Enablement: Facilitate the integration of new ideas, best practices, and technologies through cross-functional dialogue and alignment. Communication and Transparency: Promote open communication and ensure decisions are well-documented, shared, and understood across the organization. Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years’ experience Experience in functional engineering (Section Lead) and a minimum of 5 years of experience leading engineering prototype material procurement, fabrication and assembly Ability to obtain U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required after start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. Qualifications We Prefer Experience in network across command media functional representatives In Depth of knowledge across Hardware Engineering development, documentation and configuration management processes Active Secret Clearance (Department of Defense). Certified Raytheon CORE Apprentice Proven ability as an engineering leader to influence teams to achieve desired result. A minimum of 5 yrs of experience working within the Raytheon Command Media infrastructure, with a depth of knowledge of all applicable command media What We Offer Our 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. 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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.