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Principal Electrical Engineer - Effector Guidance Systems

RTX (Raytheon)

Principal Electrical Engineer - Effector Guidance Systems

RTX (Raytheon)

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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Headquarters

Reviews

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Work Life Balance

4.0

Compensation

3.2

Culture

3.5

Career

4.3

Management

3.0

Pros

Good benefits and job security

Career growth and advancement opportunities

Diverse programs and experiences

Cons

Low/uncompetitive pay and small raises

Traditional/rigid work culture

Management and organizational issues

Salary Ranges

3,407 data points

Junior/L3

Mid/L4

Principal/L7

Senior/L5

Junior/L3 · Systems Engineer

717 reports

$113,965

total / year

Base

$109,834

Stock

-

Bonus

$4,131

$83,866

$155,631

Interview Experience

7 interviews

Difficulty

2.7

/ 5

Duration

14-28 weeks

Offer Rate

43%

Experience

Positive 29%

Neutral 43%

Negative 28%

Interview Process

1

Application Review

2

Recruiter Screen

3

Technical Interview

4

Hiring Manager Interview

5

Panel Interview

6

Offer

Common Questions

Technical Knowledge

Coding/Algorithm

Behavioral/STAR

Past Experience

System Design