Principal Lead Systems Engineer
RTX
plano, TX · Posted October 5, 2026
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About the job
Date Posted: 2026-10-05 Country: United States of America
Location: US-TX-PLANO-465 ~ 465 Independence Pkwy ~ INDEPENDENCE
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: DoD Clearance: Top Secret
Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1
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.
About Us
Raytheon’s Naval Airborne Systems (NAS), a sub strategic business unit within Naval Power, seeks a Principal Lead Systems Engineer (LSE) to join the leadership of the Advanced Sensor Products (ASP) Development family of programs. The ASP Development family of programs provides airborne sensor and processing solutions to the US Navy.
The LSE will be responsible for guiding the technical execution of projects across ASP Development and developing system-level requirements and architecture. The LSE will also be responsible for integration and verification of new system development. This is an Onsite position in Plano, Texas
What You Will Do
Lead multiple project teams of varying size and scope, applying multidiscipline engineering knowledge, and supporting all phases of the development and production lifecycle
Work across leadership, engineering, and shared services to help ensure strategy and execution alignment
Coordinate efforts across multiple disciplines and program efforts, to include coordination with external customer entities
Interpret mission requirements and objectives into lower-level requirements to the program and supplier teams
Provide program leadership to the Cross Product Teams and Integrated Product Teams and many collaborative partners from Engineering, Operations, Mission Assurance, and Global Supply Chain
Provides technical mentorship and structured apprenticeship opportunities to program engineers.
Qualifications You Must Have
Typically requires a bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM preferred) and a minimum of 8 years of prior engineering experience overseeing technical activities across the development and production lifecycle, including system-level design and integration
Sensor, processor, and software elements within integrated systems
Active and transferrable final U.S. government issued Top Secret Security Clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain program access after start. US citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Qualifications We Prefer
Advanced degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM preferred)
EO/IR sensor development and platform integration
Developing work plans and driving program/team execution
Digital Engineering, Model Based Systems Engineering and model-based tools (e.g., Cameo) to capture systems and processes
Communication, technical writing, oral presentation, and interpersonal skills
Experience working with leaders and customer community stakeholders to influence and guide the development of production program projects
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 – Relocation assistance is available
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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
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 as on-site, hybrid or remote.
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.
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