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Principal Engineer- Energetics and PropulsionRaytheon • Tucson, Arizona, United States
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Principal Engineer- Energetics and Propulsion

Raytheon
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    Tucson, Arizona, United States
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    Tucson, Arizona, United States
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Date Posted: 2026-06-03
Country: United States of America
Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-M07 ~ 3292 E Hemisphere Loop ~ BLDG M07
Position Role Type: Remote
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 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.
Do you enjoy working with highly advanced technologies? Do you strive for customer satisfaction? Are you a team player and builder? Are you seeking an opportunity to contribute your expertise in One Shot devices?
If you can answer "yes" to this question, we want to talk to you!
About Us 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 Energetics and Propulsion Department is an engineering organization in the Hardware Engineering Directorate. This Department is responsible for the full spectrum of warhead, fuzing, and propulsion designs/technology, including power systems, ignition, and all other weapon initiation safety systems technology. An individual in this role will be expected to work with a product team and functional subject matter experts to develop architectures, top level design concepts, requirements, and manage production efforts for a variety of one shots devices (i.e. initiators, gas generators, pyroswitches, explosive bolts).
This position is an remote role.
What You Will Do Complex problem solving Responsible for technical execution of tasks Commitment to program schedule and budget Technical oversight of our power source batteries and/or one shot development programs You will ensure two-way communication management; serve as the day-to-day liaison to the programs concerning resource technical assignments Contribute to technology development roadmaps Support failure analysis and corrective action through redesign of failed power source or one shot device components or systems Present power source and/or one shot device design models and supporting analyses/test results to internal and customer review meetings Support proposals requiring one shots technologies Support development of Critical Item Development Specifications (CIDS) Oversee fact-finding and contract negotiations Test data reduction Ensure technical rigor and depth of all deliverables Must be willing to travel to suppliers and government facilities Proposal and cost preparation, requirements definition, and one shot device subsystems analysis, test and verification; operational test support; supplier collaboration
Qualification You Must Have Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and 8 years of prior relevant experience OR an Advanced degree and 5 years of relevant experience A minimum of eight (8) years of experience in power sources / one shots / engineering technology and/or engineering design 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​
Qualifications We Prefer Advanced degree Ten (10) or more years of directly related experience in energetic, fuze, or propulsive devices and their applications Directly related experience in one shots subsystems design, development, and test Experience in working with and managing suppliers Supplier collaboration experience and oversight generating specifications and statements of work (SOW) Working knowledge or experience with either missile design or development, production support and integration Experience with DoD customers and/or associated contractor executives and technical leadership Active Secret or Top Secret Clearance (Department of Defense)
Learn More & Apply Now! RTX Corporation 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 Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 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, VA.
What We Offer Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the superior benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care. Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as: Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home)
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.
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