Senior Principal Engineer: SLCM-N Flight Vehicle (FV) Integrated Product Team Lead (IPTL) (Onsite)

Job ID: 01881456Posted: Posted TodayStart Date: 2026-10-09Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-808 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 808Country: United States of AmericaTime Type: Full timeDate Posted:2026-10-09 Country:United States of America Location:US-AZ-TUCSON-808 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 808 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.At Raytheon, everything we do is driven by our commitment to innovation, our values, and a higher purpose – protecting our nation and allies while advancing global security. With over a century of engineering expertise, we solve the toughest challenges to create a safer, more secure world.The Sea-Launched Cruise Missile-Nuclear (SLCM-N) program is a competitive Navy development program to provide the United States with a "non-strategic regional presence" that deters adversaries. With the potential to evolve into a franchise program, SLCM-N is a top priority capture for Raytheon with maximum visibility within Advanced Technologies.As the Flight Vehicle (FV) Integrated Product Team Lead (IPTL), you will lead the team responsible for the design implementation of Raytheon’s SLCM-N missile. This includes the missile body, control systems, propulsion, and avionics sub-assemblies. This role carries full cost, schedule, and technical leadership responsibilities for a large, multidisciplinary team, ensuring the successful execution of all contracted tasking. Located onsite in Tucson, AZ, this position requires collaboration across multiple Raytheon locations to deliver on program objectives. This position is onsite based in Tucson, Arizona, co-located with the program team at the Rita Rd building 9070.What You Will DoBuild and lead the cross functional team tasked with designing the US military’s preeminent next generation cruise missile.Establish and baseline the FV IPT Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) that support execution of the recently awarded Phase 2A FV work scope.Lead contract startup for the FV IPT, architecting a multi-layer team organization with delegated sub-IPTLs and/or Control Account Managers (CAMs) to ensure effective execution oversight.Utilize Earned Value Management System (EVMS) methodologies to track and manage the program's scope, cost, and schedule.Build and maintain customer relationships within the Navy program office organization, serving as the primary customer contact for all FV IPT scope.Serve as a key member of the SLCM-N senior program leadership team, contributing to leadership decision-making and strategic program direction.Participate on future phase contract proposal teams as the lead for FV task scope.Proactively engage with the program Office of the Chief Engineer (OCE) to ensure alignment on technical and program execution priorities.Provide mentorship, performance feedback, and career growth guidance to team leads, fostering a culture of accountability and leadership development within the organization.Ensure Estimate at Complete (EAC) and Latest Revised Estimate (LRE) development and sign-off for the FV work scope.Qualifications You Must HaveTypically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of engineering experience.Experience leading an engineering team in one or more of the following: conducting trade studies, missile system development and design, missile systems requirements development and management, and/or missile system integration and test.Experience managing resources with multi-million-dollar annual budgets.Ability to achieve Raytheon PM Certification Level 4 within one year of hire.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.Qualifications We Prefer Experience in leading and executing the design and development of complex system architectures.Leadership experience on efforts where EVMS and Agile execution methodologies were used in tandem.Demonstrated ability to interact with and influence stakeholders, including the Department of Defense (DoD), commercial customers, and non-traditional customer sets.Proven ability to develop effective internal and external customer relationships to ensure satisfaction and success.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 Eligible – 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: Tucson, AZ: Raytheon Tucson, AZ LocationWe Are RTXAs 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. 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