Principal Project Engineer: Offensive Systems Engineering (OSE)

RTX Corporation is seeking a highly motivated Program Manager to support a dynamic portfolio of advanced technology efforts within the Offensive Systems Engineering (OSE) organization. This role will contribute to successful execution Contract Research and Development (CRAD) programs by coordinating program activities, supporting planning and reporting, and ensuring alignment with defined technical, cost, and schedule objectives. The candidate will work closely with engineering, contracts, finance, supply chain, and security partners to drive disciplined program execution. This position is onsite based in Tucson, Arizona.

What You Will Do

• Support the execution programs by monitoring progress, identifying issues, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to maintain cost, schedule, and technical performance.
• Develop, maintain, and track program plans, milestones, budgets, and resource needs in alignment with established objectives.
• Facilitate communication between technical teams, leadership, and stakeholders, ensuring clear visibility of status, risks, and opportunities.
• Participate in risk and opportunity management activities, including identification, documentation, and tracking of mitigation actions.
• Prepare and deliver program metrics, presentations, and status updates for monthly reports and internal reviews.
• Ensure adherence to RTX program management processes, policies, and applicable contractual requirements.
• Collaborate with peer program teams across the portfolio to support resource planning, knowledge sharing, and process improvement.

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of engineering experience.
• Experience supporting IRAD and/or CRAD efforts, including planning, execution tracking, or reporting.
• Experience with program lifecycle management, including cost, schedule, and technical baseline development.
• 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 US Top Secret Security Clearance with Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI).
• Familiarity with emerging aerospace and defense technologies (weapons effects, sensing, autonomy, advanced materials, AI/ML, etc.).
• Understanding of DoD procurement processes and working with government customers.
• PM Level 7 certification or equivalent, or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• Experience working across multiple RTX sites or distributed teams.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across functional teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting to technical audiences and leadership.

The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 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.

At RTX, the world’s 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.

At Raytheon, our mission is rooted in innovation, values, and a higher purpose - to protect our nation and allies while advancing global security. With over a century of engineering expertise, we solve the toughest challenges to create a safer, more secure world.