Principal Systems Engineer - Production Maturation Lead (Onsite)

Date Posted: 2026-06-22 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: 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 1 At 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. Advanced Common Products (ACP), a sub strategic business unit within Naval Power, is seeking a Production Maturation Lead for the Ultra Program. This role is responsible for maturing current engineering processes and deploying those processes for production, including the transition of many engineering activities to Operations. The Production Maturation Lead partners with cross‑functional teams to reduce cycle time, improve throughput, and increase yields. Test equipment and factory optimization are critical in achieving the needed capacity; this role works closely with the Program Production Director, Program Operations Manager, Office of the Chief Engineer, and factory teams to ensure objectives are met. This position reports to the Production Director. What You Will Do: Leverage production data and metrics to develop plans of action that optimize cycle time, throughput, and yields. Collaborate with Operations, Test Engineering, and Systems Engineering to drive impactful changes that improve program performance. Develop and execute program strategies to accelerate transition‑to‑production and capacity improvements for Ultra RF CCAs and stacks. Train REAs on best practices in troubleshooting Ultra CCAs and stacks to support cycle‑time and throughput improvements. Lead failure investigation and RF / environmental compliance closure, driving RCCA / FMMEA / FRACAS discipline and measurable yield improvement. Stand up and optimize SATE/ATE methods and common test‑equipment architectures to reduce false failures and improve first‑pass yields. Implement qualified solder inspection and non‑destructive x‑ray capability; ensure TDP compliance and supplier/factory enablement. Drive knowledge transfer and disciplined RF cable/connector handling practices across teams to reduce recurring damage drivers and test escapes. Ensure personnel actions and implemented systems produce actionable, high‑quality data that can be used for forecasting and decision‑making. What You Will Learn: Raytheon and RTX Production Acumen and Systems Artificial Intelligence Tools and Resources Strategic Communication and Skills Change Management Leadership Qualifications You Must Have: Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM preferred) and a minimum of 8 years of prior engineering experience. Prior transition‑to‑production and/or production program experience coordinating engineering, operations, test, and supply‑chain disciplines. Experience leading CCA hardware troubleshooting, technical dispositions, and/or sell‑off readiness. Experience implementing RCCA / FMMEA / FRACAS and/or improving test methods / processes for first‑pass yield and cycle‑time improvement. Experience optimizing SATE architectures, test methodologies, and/or data automation. Qualifications We Prefer: Program/Project Management Level 6 or equivalent (or ability to obtain within one year). Proven experience solving RF / mixed‑signal technical problems in production and driving compliant dispositions. Experience defining and implementing common test‑equipment architecture changes. Experience establishing non‑destructive x‑ray inspection, solder‑rework processes, and TDP compliance documentation with suppliers / factories. Data analytics and automation skills (MATLAB, Excel Power Query/Power Pivot, VBA, SCPI). Strategic road‑mapping and execution supporting mid‑ to long‑term production/capacity objectives. Mentorship and knowledge transfer experience across large teams. Familiarity identifying and integrating AI / automation opportunities in production environments. 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 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: This position is an onsite role – Tucson, AZ: We Are RTX 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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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.