Senior Systems Engineering Section Leader (M5
Listed on 2026-08-07
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics, Electrical Engineering
Date Posted: 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:
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'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. 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 Land & Air Defense Systems (LADS) Systems Engineering (SE) Department is searching for an Engineering Section Leader to join our on-site team in Tucson, Arizona. In this role, you will support SE efforts on programs, as well as spend up to 50% of your time seeking out and managing new hires into the department. This position provides an opportunity to grow your technical skillset by contributing to the development of our workforce and creating and fostering an collaborative environment
What You Will Do- Lead a dynamic team of engineers & meet with program leadership to identify staffing needs and rotations
- Working with Talent Acquisition to generate job postings and conduct interviews
- Coordinate pre-boarding and onboarding experience for new employees joining the department & identify tasking opportunities for new employees
- Update, maintain, and improve requirements and requirements documentation for development and production efforts
- Model the system and the system development and production processes using Cameo
- Participate in Failure Investigations
- Conduct Trade Studies and present results to customers
- Troubleshoot and analyze hardware, software, and system issues through detailed data analysis
- Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM preferred) and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience
- Experience working in the areas of system integration & test
- Experience with the Performance Development process
- Experience working in a matrix environment
- Master’s or PhD in Engineering, Math or Physics
- Prior experience managing direct reports in an engineering environment
- Prior experience with conducting job interviews and evaluations
- Prior experience evaluating staffing levels
- Demonstrated ability to effectively manage a geographically dispersed team
- Experience with the Earned Value Management System (EVMS) or similar budget tracking system
- Experience with Raytheon’s Proposal Capture Process (development of Basis of Estimates, etc.)
- Experience with the Estimate at Complete (EAC) process
- Clear communication and interpersonal skills
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 available for this…
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