Senior Manager – PDE Section Leader, Mechanical Engineering – Test Solutions; Onsite – Tucson, AZ

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.

At Raytheon, fresh thinking and possibilities are forged in times of change and you are on the front lines as we trailblaze new technologies, push the boundaries of innovation, and chart a course to tomorrow you can be proud to create.

The Test Solutions (TS) Engineering Center is seeking a Section Leader. As a Section Leader you will lead Mechanical Engineering professionals responsible for all elements of mechanical engineering design through all life cycles to include but not limited to development, transition to production, design verification, qualification, and manufacturing acceptance of final product going to the customer.

You will supervise and lead a team of approximately 10–20 members. In this role, you will set meaningful, measurable goals and communicate effectively to ensure your team is aligned with both department and directorate objectives. You will conduct formal and informal performance reviews, hold career development discussions, and lead by example while upholding our core Values and Behaviors:
Trust, Respect, Collaboration, Innovation, and Accountability. The Section Lead responsibilities are expected to account for roughly 15% of your work week, with the remaining time charged to program contracts within the TS organization. In addition, you will collaborate with multi‑discipline teams on the operation, testing, and troubleshooting of systems. You will perform independent health checks by evaluating program metrics and engage with Program Managers, Chief Engineers, Cross Product Team/Directorate Leads, and other functional leaders to drive results that support program and business unit goals.

You will also contribute to Test Equipment Engineering hiring efforts and oversee the onboarding of new section personnel. This role will require you to work on-site in Tucson, AZ.

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.

This position offers relocation.

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