Sr Principal Low Observable Design, Analysis and Test Engineer

Company: Raytheon
Location: Tucson
Posted on: May 30, 2025

Job Description:

Date Posted:2025-03-12Country:United States of AmericaLocation:AZ827: RMS AP Bldg 827C 1151 East Hermans Road Building 827C, Tucson, AZ, 85756 USAPosition Role Type:OnsiteAbout Us: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.Do you have a passion for LO technology?Would you enjoy working on a nationally certified ground plane range to support our nation's security?Are you motivated to work with little supervision?If you answered "yes" to these questions, our mechanical design team at our Tucson, AZ, facility wants to hear from you!Raytheon is an industry leader in Stealth Technology. We are involved in all phases of development, production, and maintenance of Low Observable (LO) weapon systems. We are currently looking for -Stealth / Low Observable / Radar Cross Section (RCS) / Signature Management / Survivability Engineers -to work on challenging, state of the art technical projects.We are seeking early to mid-career Engineers to join the Signature Management & Technology Team. - This will be onsite at our Tucson location. At Raytheon, you will be part of a team whose responsibilities span the full lifecycle of the product- from initial conceptual design to modeling and analysis, from component to missile level RCS testing, and production support to maintainability.What You Will Do

• Stealth (design, analysis, computational electro-magnetics (CEM), and/or test)
• Proposal Writing and Basis of Estimate (BOE) development.
• You're expected to perform RCS predictions and should be familiar with limitations of Computational Electromagnetic Codes (CEM). -
• Deliverables will include test documentation, data analysis, anomaly resolution, results documentation, and presentation of results to both internal and external customers. -
• You will work in integrated product teams to incorporate advanced signature control techniques into deliverable products and aid in the assessment of system performance. - Note that occasional non-standard work shifts may be expected during testing.
• The selected individual will document all activities pertaining to test preparation, data analysis, design trades, prediction results, and others.
• You will work within integrated product teams and support all aspects of that team's design efforts.
• Present results of testing, analysis, and design efforts to internal and external customers
• Occasional travel for business, training, and conferences
• Provide effective personal interaction and collaboration with a multi-disciplined team and customers.
• Integrated Product Team (IPT) leadership
• Will provide project management including the ability to identify links and potential impact on projects, programs, or systems.Qualifications You Must Have:
  • Bachelor's in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM)
  • Ten (10) years of engineering experience, which must include Low Observable (LO) technology or Radar Cross Section or Computational Electromagnetic Codes (CEM) or 7 years relevant experience with an advance degree.
  • 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.Qualifications We Prefer:
    • Multiple tests of LO targets on ground plane ranges and compact ranges
    • Absorber material treatments / design and testing experience (coatings, paint, MAGRAM)
    • Academic or applied experience utilizing RF testing techniques, terminology, and test equipment
    • Understanding of electromagnetic fundamentals
    • Experience with Infrared signature analysis and control
    • Experience in the field of infrared signature technology is desirable (redundant to above?)
    • Programming expertise in C++, MATLAB, or other technical language is desirable
    • Advanced radar system development or test experience
    • Presentation skills and ability to communicate with peers, executives and customers
    • Working knowledge of computational electromagnetic codes -to include full wave codes, as well as asymptotic techniques using industry standard tools such as XPATCH, , , CARLOS, SENTRi, or (note deleted codes are not CEM, add them to a new line with different skill set
    • Advanced Degree: - Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Math or other Engineering disciplineWhat 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 EligibilityLearn 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.The salary range for this role is 124,000 USD - 250,000 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. Privacy Policy and Terms:Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms

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