SETC Effectors Department Leader

Date Posted: 2026-08-11

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-805 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 805

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:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on 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 Effectors Center is currently searching for a Department Leader to manage the Naval Power / Naval Air Missiles (NP/NAM) Department. This department leader will lead a growing team of approximately 150+ engineers tasked with responsibility for a broad range of technical engineering leadership support for the department and center. This includes oversight at development gate reviews, test readiness Reviews, performance reviews, and EAC reviews which ensure the integrity of the design, integration, verification and test processes, as well as the team’s overall execution performance. The department is responsible for ensuring that complex systems and subsystems function together as intended, meeting customer and program requirements. This involves the planning, execution, and verification of integration and testing activities, including system-level tests, to validate performance, reliability, and compliance with specifications. The department plays a critical role in identifying and resolving issues early, driving program success, and delivering high-quality, mission-ready solutions.

What You Will Do:

The position is in Tucson Arizona with responsibilities to lead and manage the following:

• Define the strategic direction for the Department pertaining to managing Systems Engineering and Integration & Test personnel while aligning department objectives with overall business goals and program requirements.
• Manage resource planning and allocation, ensuring the right skills and tools are available to support current and future program needs.
• Chair various critical reviews such as Design and Test Reviews.
• Collaborate across domains and with directorate lead system engineers and test architects to define optimum test strategies for assigned programs.
• Support proposals, review basis of estimates (BOE’s) and support Engineering Proposal Reviews.
• Continuous improvement and enhancement of Systems Engineering & Test Capabilities (SE&TC) processes to achieve cycle time and cost reductions.
• Collaborate with domain Chief Technologists in the resolution of issues, technical resource development and capability roadmaps.
• Develop partnerships across Raytheon Engineering, Raytheon Technologies, industry, and academia to facilitate strategic capability development. Support business needs through appropriate hiring and staffing.
• Ensure appropriate staff development through effective performance management including goal setting, career development, training, and developmental task assignments.
• Provide effective guidance, coaching and leadership to Section Leads for effective execution of the design and development process. Support leadership alignment to define and achieve the strategic vision for the Effectors Center and the SE&TC organization.
• Provide appropriate staffing of personnel through hiring and utilization of existing skilled staff members to meet program demands and skillset match.
• Conduct personnel performance development assessments including compensation for merit, awards recognition, and promotions.
• Champion trust and respect, ethics, and diversity initiatives within the organization.

What You Will Learn:

• Critical Leadership skills driving key initiatives for the Department.
• Experience working across numerous functions from engineering to finance to supply chain and the Program Office.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) or equivalent experience and minimum 14 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 12 years of experience.
• System engineering, integration, test, and verification experience.
• Experience in a technical leadership role with direct reports and/or managing multiple programs/projects.
• Experience in a functional leadership role.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Master’s or Ph.D. in Engineering or STEM field
• Multi-disciplined engineering background providing knowledge of related technologies and products
• Experience leading cultural and organizational change.
• Strong judgment and decision-making abilities.
• Strong experience effectively working multiple tasks and priorities, with excellent follow-through and persistence to complete tasks.
• Strong interpersonal & communication skills (verbal & written).
• Understand effective talent development, hiring and staffing processes.
• Experience with hiring and personnel management.
• Experience with critical conversations.
• Strong understanding of Raytheon processes.
• Experience in developing and/or testing missile components.
• Understanding of EV metrics (CPI, SPI, TCPI, BAC, EAC, LRE, etc.).
• Experience in risk and opportunity management.

What We Offer:

• 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.

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• RTX solves some of the toughest challenges in aerospace and defense. That requires expansive thinking and bold innovation – and that, in turn, requires a culture that is diverse, equitable and inclusive.

We embrace individuality and diversity of thought to fuel opportunity for our employees, our customers, and our communities. We work toward progress, knowing that a more inclusive world is critical to our mission. Not just in this moment, but always.

• Please consider the following role type definitions 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 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:

Location Information

• Tucson, AZ

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 157,200 USD - 298,800 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. 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.

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