Air Launched Effector Guidance Systems Section Leader

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Date Posted:

2025-10-21

Country:

United States of America

Location:

AZ201: RMS AP Bldg 801 1151 East Hermans Road Building 801, Tucson, AZ, 85756 USA

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:

Secret - Current

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.

Raytheon is a technology and innovation leader specializing in defense, security and civil markets where you will be part of a global team working together to solve some of the most demanding challenges on the planet. We are the world's largest developer, producer and integrator of weapon systems. In fact, we have produced over one million missiles in our history. Military in more than 50 countries look to us for a high-quality product portfolio that includes missiles, smart munitions, projectiles, kinetic kill vehicles and directed energy weapons.

What You Will Do

The Airborne Effector Production (AEP) within Hardware function is responsible for electronics subsystems for all Airborne production products. This includes staff with RF, Power, Digital and mixed signal electronics experience. The job responsibilities of this AEP Section Leader position include managing and mentoring engineers who are Responsible Engineering Authority (REA) on various programs. The section leader will guide a section of 15 to 20 AEP engineers. This includes hiring, staffing, performance evaluations, mentoring/coaching, expense reports and timecard approvals. Section leader will also have leadership responsibility in a AEP programs. The responsibility is split between functional (10%-20%) and program (80%-90%) tasking.

Qualifications You Must Have:

  • Typically requires Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Science, or Mathematics. (STEM degree) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience with progressing leadership roles.

  • Experience with RF subsystem development, including design, analysis, and/or test.

  • Experience spearheading a technical team, including, but not limited to: role of task lead, IPTL or Engineering Lead

Qualification We Value:

  • MS in Engineering, Science, Mathematics or Equivalent

  • Practical experience in all phases of the product development lifecycle

  • Experience in troubleshooting electronics systems

  • Coaching, teaching and/or mentoring skills

  • Strong emotional intelligence skills (i.e., self-awareness, self-management, empathy, social awareness, relationship management)

  • Experience in creation and/or improvement of engineering development processes

  • Excellent track record for working effectively and collaboratively in a team environment

  • Excellent organizational, planning, and coordination skills

  • Strong engineering development discipline and process advocacy

  • Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

  • An active and in-scope DoD Top Secret Clearance

  • The ability to acquire a Special Access Programs Clearance

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.

  • Work Schedule: 9/80 schedule (every other Friday off)

  • Relocation Eligibility: This position is eligible for relocation

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  • 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.

  • 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 101,000 USD - 203,000 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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