Sr. Principal Systems Engineer - Control Systems Expert

Date Posted:

2025-11-12

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

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status 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:

DoD Clearance: Secret

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 Processing, Guidance and Controls (PG&C) Center within the Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities (SE&TC) Directorate consists of Guidance, Navigation and Control (GNC), Signal Processing (SP) and Modeling and Simulation disciplines for Effectors.

The PG&C Center is currently hiring for a Sr. Principal Systems Engineer - Control Systems Expert in Tucson, AZ.

As the Sr. Principal Systems Engineer - Control Systems Expert, This critical role will support the development of the future technology that will enable Raytheon to continue to provide outstanding products to the warfighter. This is an onsite position located in Tucson, AZ.

What You Will Do

• You will apply and spread knowledge of control systems, vehicle dynamics, and missile system performance to shape the development of future advanced systems
• You will be responsible for the technical execution of advanced technology projects.
• You will work directly with Technology Directors and Primary Investigators to further the capabilities of Raytheon missile systems.
• You will provide direction, oversight, and mentoring to team members.
• You will collaborate across disciplines to ensure system effectiveness.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience
• Experience working on a missile program
• Experience in control systems, performance analysis
• Experience coding in MATLAB, C++, and/or Python
• Experience with mentoring and/or leading small teams
• Active and transferable Secret U.S. government issued Security Clearance is required prior to start date

Qualifications We Prefer 

• PhD in Engineering discipline and extensive years of applicable industry experience in missile design and analysis
• Experience in formal teaching setting, such as the Air Force Institute of Technology, Accredited University, etc.
• Experience working on multidisciplinary teams
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership and other engineering disciplines
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities

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 available 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.

• This position requires onsite work in Tucson, AZ: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-tucson,-az-location

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