Principal Specialist, Configuration Management

Date Posted: 2026-08-04 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-807 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 807 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 Configuration Management and Data Management (CMDM) organization is responsible for ensuring our products are under configuration control and delivered on time. The CMDM Organization consists of multiple disciplines that support engineering, our program offices, and our customers. 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 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 The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. 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. Some of the superior benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care. Work Schedule: 9/80 schedule (every other Friday off). Relocation Eligibility: This position is eligible for relocation. This position requires security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), 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: 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 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. Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr