Senior Principal Project Engineer – Engineering Execution PM (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-04-10

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-808 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 808

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 Type:

Secret - Current

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. 

Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Advanced Technologies (AT) Strategic Business Unit is currently hiring for a Senior Principal Project Engineer �� Engineering Execution PM in Tucson, AZ. As the Engineering Execution PM, you will work closely with the Advanced Air Weapons Dominance (AAWS) Program Manager, the program Chief Engineer (CE), program Integrated Product Team Leads (IPTLs), and other program team members.  You will be responsible for tactical direction of program execution and will maintain the program cadence to ensure contract/company requirements and deliverables are met using approved business model and management tools.  You will be responsible for the day-to-day execution of the program through direct oversight of the IPTLs and program support staff.  This role offers the opportunity to gain valuable program-level leadership experience and exposure for a candidate seeking to grow their career in Program Management.  This is an onsite position located in Tucson, AZ.

What You Will Do

• As a member of the Program Leadership Team, contribute to developing and aligning a common program vision, execution strategies, and plans so that the entire Leadership Team communicates with one voice to the team throughout execution.
• Support the PM in partnering with customers on program scope execution and resolution of issues
• Collaborate across all IPTs and CPTs and establish working relationships with functional team members in Contracts, Finance, Planning, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Digital Technologies, and Security
• Identify and implement key program metrics and drive corrective actions as required
• Directly support the program risk and opportunity process in accordance with specific financial goals and obligations
• Support customer program reviews and prepare for customer visits
• Provide mentoring and guidance to all team members.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) and a minimum 10 years of prior relevant experience.
• Program Management Certified Level 6 or Equivalent, or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams to include, but not limited to, any combination of the following: Engineering, Contracts, Finance, Procurement/Supply Chain, Manufacturing/Operations, Quality Management, Logistics, Data Management, Security, and/or administrative functions.
• Experience with financial analysis tools and project management tools and/or systems.
• 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  

• Active Top Secret Clearance (Department of Defense).
• Experience with leading programs, IPTs, CPTs, or teams with a budget of ≥ $20M.
• Demonstrated Production/Operations program execution experience managing program staffing, assignments and resources.
• Willing to take initiative and work with a sense of urgency.
• Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions,