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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.

The Integrated Solutions Modeling and Architecture Directorate performs customer focused operational analysis, simulation, mission planning and architecture development activities within Raytheon, an RTX company.  Supporting this mission are teams driving flexible integrated solutions crossing all product areas (sensors, effectors, command and control, logistics and operations), developing tools and methods to evaluate system level studies and develop visualizations based on customer requirements.  The team welcomes you to join our tradition of excellence through innovation and teamwork in a flexible work environment to meet the needs of today’s workforce.

Join this highly visible team and perform highly technical assignments, directly contributing to protecting our nation and our warfighters.  Specifically, we are looking for a Principal Mission Planning Engineer to join the Mission Planning Section.   This Section’s goals are to assist in developing a system Concept of Operation for the entire process from mission planning to weapon employment; to support, drive, and enable key business captures/current programs; execute special projects, and drive corporation-wide business opportunities. 

This is an onsite role in Tucson, AZ

What You Will Do   

• You will join a team of engineers and analysts to realize Mission Planning team objectives:
  • Become the “go-to” source for mission planning expertise.
  • Develop common mission planning solutions across programs, Captures and IRADs
  • Grow a mission planning cadre with varied experience and skills.

• Provide guidance, direction, mentoring and influencing skills, and foster teamwork, interdependent execution, and growth for earlier career Engineers.
• Develop team expertise in mission planning methods, Universal Armament Interface (UAI), software development, and tools.
• Interface with internal and external stakeholders guiding the future of mission planning.
• Engage directly in mission planning working groups supporting the standardization of interfaces
• Support domestic travel as needed (up to 20)

Qualifications You Must Have  

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience in at least one of the following: Common Weapon Component, Universal Armament Interface (UAI), Common Flexible Weapon (CFW),  military/weapon systems requirements / interface definition or Joint Mission Planning System (JMPS).
• Experience in at least one of the following areas: System performance- CONOPS, signal processing algorithms, aerodynamics, modeling & simulation, aircraft integration / store interface, Datalink and GPS configuration.
• 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 security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer  

• Advanced Degree in STEM (and can be considered as additional experience)
• Experience defining mission planning data and associated files
• Experience with the software development life cycle
• Strong mentoring skills, both technically and professionally
• Experience and knowledge of the Integrated Product Development System (IPDS) or RTX Lifecycle Program Management (RLPM), Earned Value Management, Proposals and Basis of Estimates (BOEs)
• Top Secret clearance

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 Eligible – relocation assistance is provided for this position

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.

Location information and/or links:

• Tucson, AZ: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-tucson,-az-location

The salary range for this role is 101,000 USD - 203,000 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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