Senior Principal Launcher Product Lead (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-04-27

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-M09 ~ 3350 E Hemisphere Loop ~ BLDG M09

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:

Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the worlds 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 todays mission and stay ahead of tomorrows 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.

Raytheons Land Air Defense Systems (LADS) Engineering Execution Department is seeking a skilled and motivated Integrated Product Team Lead to lead cost, schedule and execution of the Coyote Block 3 plus (CB3+) Launcher Product Lead role .

This position is onsite based in Tucson, Arizona. Travel up to 25% will be required.

What You Will Do

• Be responsible for the technical integrity of the Coyote Block 3+ Launcher Product Team and associated hardware, including the Technical Data Package (TDP) development, validation, and integration
• Manage cost and schedule of work and team execution, including Cost Account Management (CAM) responsibilities and Estimate at Complete (EAC) support
• Manage the technical risk for the hardware, including Risk and Opportunity Management
• Lead and/or provide technical oversight of failure investigations, including assigning Failure Investigation Team members
• Submit Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) to request funding for corrective action implementation and support Engineering Review Board (ERB) and Change Control Board (CCB)
• Identify and manage staffing needs for the Product Team.
• Recognize team accomplishments through available recognition programs.
• Work environment is primarily in an office and will include labs and field work based on phase of program
• Work with suppliers and customers for procuring and demonstrating capabilities in lab or field environments
• Assignments may require travel to customer, suppliers, and testing locations.
• Collaboration with both functional and program management
• Collaboration with Customer and Suppliers
• Travel up to 25%

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of ten (10) years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience in a technical leadership role as an IPTL or CAM using Earned Value Management System (EVMS) across the development lifecycle
• Experience leading a cross-functional team and collaborating across multiple engineering disciplines relating to design, procurement, and production of products for military applications.
• Experience leading and conducting requirements development and management, trade studies, development and design, and integration and test of mechanical engineering products.
• Ability to obtain Interim 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

• Bachelor's or Advanced degree in mechanical engineering or hardware system design.
• Experience working on the development and production of missiles and launchers.
• Experience working on a program during transitions from low-rate initial production to full rate production.
• Experience working with suppliers that develop mechanical products, machined parts, and electronics.

• Experience with proposal development and new business capture.
• Program Manager Certification level six (6) or ability to obtain within the first year in the role.

• Possess strong technical writing and oral communication skills.

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.

• 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 Location

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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 candidates 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 companys 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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