Principal Engineer - 24/7 Ops Program IPTL (Onsite) at Collins Aerospace (RTX)

Date Posted:

2026-04-30

Country:

United States of America:

Location:

US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB4 ~ 836 North St ~ INNOVATION BLDG

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 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.

Global Patriot is looking for a Principal Engineer - 24/7 Ops Program IPTL to plan and execute sustainment strategy of the fielded system, including on-site support staff, transportation of sustainment resources, field maintenance support, material procurement, return & repair, technical assistance, Technical Manuals and Training deliveries. As a Lead you’ll work closely with the Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, Global Mobility, EXIM, IPT Leadership and Program Management teams to apply disciplined program management processes and utilize tools to establish and monitor metrics and trends to ensure excellence in execution. This position will be onsite in Tewksbury, MA. Commuting costs to and from the Tewksbury facility are the responsibility of the incumbent.

What You Will Do

• 15-25% Domestic and International travel may be required.
• Resolve cost, scope, and schedule issues
• Supporting Integrated Product Team and Program Managers to achieve staffing demands, identify and develop key personnel, build long-term plans that support LCE and LADS business models.
• Supporting the development of program tracking books, Estimate at Completions (EACs), and compliance with the Earned Value Management System (EVMS).
• Drive performance to cost and schedule targets.
• Maintain open and frequent communication with other program leads and functional leads.
• Generate/Lead proposal inputs on all relevant scope.
• Resolve cost, scope, and schedule issues.
• Establish and drive roadmaps for sustainment activities.
• Support the Risk & Opportunity process.
• Developing and delivering advanced, system-specific training.
• Providing support to PMO for customer meetings and presenting to customer.
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) and a minimum 8 years of prior, relevant engineering, program, or project management experience.
• Experience with budget or financial management.
• Leadership experience.
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued SECRET security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. Citizens are eligible for a clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience using program management tools such as Earned Value Management System (EVMS) or similar tools.
• Experience with Risk/Opportunity Management tools and processes.
• Ability to lead, along with peers, the development of long range plans to capitalize on future opportunities.
• Ability to manage a wide range of tasks, requirements and commitments and interface successfully with numerous disciplines.
• Ability to overcome obstacles and negotiate change.
• Demonstrated comprehensive planning skills with the ability to analyze technical and financial data and reports Exceptional judgment and decision-making.
• Experience as an IPT/CPT Lead.
• Experience with Engineering PMER, SBT and Team Strength tools.

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 Eligibility– 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), 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: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

• MA Locations: Raytheon Andover, MA Location

• 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.

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