Aerodynamics Section Lead, Manager

Date Posted:

2024-07-12

Country:

United States of America

Location:

AZ805: RMS AP Bldg 805 1151 East Hermans Road Building 805, Tucson, AZ, 85756 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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.

In Raytheon’s Guidance, Navigation and Control (GNC) department, we design, integrate, and optimize guidance, navigation, state estimation, and control algorithms to meet mission objectives. We support new business initiatives and help develop & execute technology roadmaps. Raytheon’s Flight Sciences department, within GNC is seeking a Principal Engineer to perform in the role of Aerodynamics Section Lead onsite in Tucson, AZ.  This position is onsite and works in a closed environment but enjoys a 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off) and a highly collaborative team environment.

What You Will Do

• The Aerodynamics Section Lead will have a technical role on at least one program in addition to performing the day-to-day leadership of a group of Aero engineers, with the primary responsibility of ensuring that each employee has suitable work assignments and opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Your duties will include performance development and appraisal, salary planning, manpower planning, career coaching, and ensuring adherence to company policies.
• You will contribute to the technical oversight of employees, monitor program execution, and provide subject matter expertise in direct support of program efforts and proposal activities. 

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior Aerodynamics experience with flight vehicles.
• Experience in at least three of the following: vehicle design for stability and control, aerodynamic prediction, wind tunnel testing, aerodynamic model generation, trajectory simulation, running external flow CFD solution, or CFD mesh/grid generation.
• Aerodynamics experience with any of the following: subsonic, transonic, supersonic, or hypersonic air vehicles
• Experience coding in Matlab, C++ and/or Python
• 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 Aerospace Engineering
• Strong knowledge of fundamental concepts, with high level of analytical ability to drive technical solutions
• Prior experience in a functional or technical leadership role
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively across all levels and disciplines.
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities
• Experience with mentoring and guiding small teams

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• Relocation Eligible

Learn More & Apply Now!

RTX solves some of the toughest challenges in aerospace and defense. That requires expansive thinking and bold innovation – and that, in turn, requires a culture that is diverse, equitable and inclusive.

We embrace individuality and diversity of thought to fuel opportunity for our employees, our customers, and our communities. We work toward progress, knowing that a more inclusive world is critical to our mission. Not just in this moment, but always.

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.

The salary range for this role is 96,000 USD - 200,000 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.

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