Stealth / Low Observable / Radar Cross Section Engineer

Date Posted: 2026-02-02

Country: United States of America

Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-827C ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 827C (External Site)

Position Role Type: Onsite

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: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

About the Role

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.

Do you have a passion for LO technology? Are you motivated to work with little supervision? If you answered "yes" to these questions, our mechanical design team at our Tucson, AZ, facility wants to hear from you!

Raytheon is an industry leader in Stealth Technology. We are involved in all phases of development, production, and maintenance of Low Observable (LO) weapon systems. We are currently looking for Stealth / Low Observable / Radar Cross Section (RCS) / Signature Management / Survivability Engineers to work on challenging, state of the art technical projects.

We are seeking Engineers to join the Signature Management & Technology Team. This will be onsite at our Tucson location. At Raytheon, you will be part of a team whose responsibilities span the full lifecycle of the product- from initial conceptual design to modeling and analysis, from component to missile level RCS testing, and production support to maintainability.

Responsibilities

• Stealth design & analysis using computational electro-magnetics (CEM)
• Perform RCS predictions and apply knowledge of limitations of Computational Electromagnetic Codes (CEM)
• Prepare deliverables including test documentation, data analysis, anomaly resolution, results documentation, and presentation of results to both internal and external customers
• Work in integrated product teams to incorporate advanced signature control techniques into deliverable products and aid in the assessment of system performance
• Document all activities pertaining to data analysis, design trades, prediction results, and others
• Work within integrated product teams and support all aspects of that team's design efforts
• Present results of testing, analysis, and design efforts to internal and external customers
• Travel occasionally for business, training, and conferences
• Provide effective personal interaction and collaboration with a technical team and customers
• Provide Integrated Product Team (IPT) leadership
• Provide project management including the ability to identify links and potential impact on projects, programs, or systems

Qualifications

Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience
• Experience with Low Observable (LO) technology or Radar Cross Section or Computational Electromagnetic Codes (CEM)
• Experience with RCS analysis tools such as X-Patch, SENTRi, Mc MoM2D, FEKO, HFSS, CST or other company specific Computational Electro-Magnetics (CEM) analysis packages
• Experience with CAD software packages such as NX, CATIA, CREO
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Preferred

• Experience with LO design, analysis, and validation methodologies
• Understanding of electromagnetic fundamentals
• Experience with Infrared signature analysis and control
• Programming expertise in C++, MATLAB, or other technical language
• Presentation skills and ability to communicate with peers, executives and customers
• Advanced Degree: Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Math or other Engineering discipline

Compensation

Salary Range: $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.

Benefits

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
• 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.

Additional Information

Relocation Eligibility: 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. 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.

Location: 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.

Application Window: 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.

Equal Opportunity

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.

About RTX

RTX 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, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 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, Virginia.