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Principal Electrical Engineer - Effector Guidance Systems
tucson, Arizona, United States of America
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On-site
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Full-time
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3w ago
Compensation
$107,500 - $107,500
Benefits & Perks
•Healthcare
•401(k)
•Life Insurance
•Disability
•Flexible Hours
•Parental Leave
•Mental Health
•Healthcare
•401k
•Flexible Hours
•Parental Leave
•Mental Health
Required Skills
RF Design
Analog Circuit Design
Digital Circuit Design
Mixed Signal Design
Circuit Troubleshooting
Team Leadership
Digital Signal Processing
Position Information
Date Posted: 2026-02-09
Country: United States of America
Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-801 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 801 (External Site)
Position Role Type: Onsite
Travel Requirements: Less than 10% annually
Work Schedule: 9/80 schedule (every other Friday off)
Security Clearance Requirements
- U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
- The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required
- 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
- The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Interim Secret Security Clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain a full Secret Clearance after start
About Raytheon
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.
- Raytheon's Air Launched Effector Guidance Systems (ALEGS) Department is responsible for the delivery of affordable and innovative electrical products. The ALEGS Department is currently hiring a Principal Electrical Engineer
- Effector Guidance Systems position in Tucson, AZ to drive program execution including cost, schedule and technical oversight throughout the product lifecycle. Providing resources to drive development and sustainment activities of airborne electrical products. Our multi-disciplined teams manage a variety of engineering projects while maintaining a work life balance.
What You Will Do
- Collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and other Engineering disciplines to resolve issues that may arise during production, testing, and integration
- Qualified candidates must have experience with digital, analog and/or RF testing and experience debugging complex circuit card assemblies or electro-mechanical systems
- Knowledge of RF / microwave devices preferred
What You Will Learn
- One will gain knowledge of various electrical components, Circuit Card Assemblies, RF, analog, digital and / or mixed signal circuit design or analysis
- One will achieve an RTX Core Certification and a Raytheon Responsible Engineer Authority (REA) Certification
Qualifications You Must Have
- Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related STEM degree and a minimum of 8 years' prior relevant experience
- Experience with any of the following: RF, analog, digital, and / or mixed signal circuit design or analysis and / or digital signal processing
- Electronics circuit troubleshooting and/or failure investigation
- Experience managing and/or leading Engineering teams in a technical capacity
- The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Interim Secret Security Clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain a full Secret Clearance after start
- U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Qualifications We Prefer
- Experience in design, testing and sell off military systems
- Demonstrated ability to work with a complex engineering team
- Solid understanding of hardware testing methodologies
- Experience in Root-Cause Corrective Action investigations and FRACAS processes
- Knowledge and experience with Material Review Board, Process Configuration Board, Configuration Control Board and Failure Review Board processes, proposing/defending and implementing Change Notices
- Experience in resolving production issues with suppliers and sub-tier suppliers
- Knowledge of printed circuit board fabrication and circuit card assembly processes and related industry specifications
- Familiarity with missile communication transceivers and data links, IR or RF sensors, inertial measurement units (IMU) and Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver subsystems
- Planning and leading hardware subsystem development activities
- Technical writing and/or formal presentation experience
- Leadership of small technical teams, including technical oversight and direction, cost estimation, tracking & reporting, coordination, preparation of detailed technical team reports, and proposal support
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: This position is eligible for relocation
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
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.
Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
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.
Additional Information
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.
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.
Equal Opportunity Statement
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.
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