Sr. Principal Common Guidance Section (GS) Global Positioning System (GPS) at RAYTHEON TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION

, Arizona, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Mar, 26

Salary

250000.0

Posted On

06 Dec, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

GPS, Electrical Systems Engineering, Architecture Development, Requirement Definition, Electronics Design, Analysis, Modeling, Testing, RF/RADAR, Navigation, IMU, Digital, Power, Systems Engineering, Hardware Development, Collaboration, Mentoring

Industry

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

Description

Date Posted: 2025-12-05 Country: United States of America Location: AZ852: RMS AP Bldg M02 1151 East Hermans Road Building M02, 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: Top 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 Advanced Effector Guidance Systems (AEGS) Department within Raytheon Hardware Engineering provides Electrical Systems Engineering to develop Electronic Systems solutions for products across the Raytheon portfolio. Our core electrical engineering responsibilities include architecture, requirements, integration, and test. Our core electrical engineering technologies include RF/RADAR, Navigation/IMU/GPS, Digital, and Power. We partner with several Electrical Product Team departments that provide the detailed design of our electrical products as well as systems teams. The AEGS Department is searching for a Sr. Principal Common Guidance Section (GS) Global Positioning System (GPS) Lead. The role of the Common GS GPS Lead is to provide GPS electronics solution for effectors. GPS electronics solution includes architecture development, requirement definition, electronics design, analysis, modelling and testing. The GPS Lead collaborates with missile level system engineers in developing requirements for the subsystem. They perform analysis and modeling to decompose requirements for GPS sub-assemblies and component designs. What you will do: Be responsible for the technical integrity of the GPS in the Common GS Manage the technical risk for the GPS Technical oversight of GPS failure investigations Support GPS design and test reviews Work environment is primarily in an office, but may include labs, field work, or a combination. Assignments may include analysis of hardware designs, subsystems, and components; architecting new electronic systems; developing and documenting subsystem requirements and test plans; peer reviews of designs as a subject matter expert; presentations to peers, management, and government customers; and root-cause failure investigations. Interface directly with suppliers of navigation or guidance electronics components, IMUs and GPSs, to monitor and manage programmatic activities and ensure compliance to requirements May require some travel, including foreign travel. Work within a multi-disciplined team. Develop a network and know when to use it to get help. Raytheon has a strong culture of mentoring; it is expected that employees will be both mentors and mentees. Collaboration with both Functional and Program higher level leadership. Collaboration with Customer and Suppliers. 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 developing RF electrical subsystems, specifically GPS Experience with electrical hardware development; specifically experience in sub-systems, systems engineering, requirement development and/or requirement validation Active and transferable U.S. government issued Top 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 Value: Familiarity with Hypersonics Advanced degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, or related engineering degree. Missile Radar and RF seeker subsystems typically contain antennas, analog RF circuit cards, digital circuit cards, and configurable logic so the ideal candidate will have a background in detailed design and troubleshooting of one or more of these components. Ideal candidates will also have some experience in systems engineering and architecture Ideal candidates shall also have demonstrated understanding and wide application of technical theories and concepts in the area of navigation subsystems/components used in modern guidance electronics platforms Recent technical experience relative to integrated Guidance Electronics systems using GPS and IMU navigation subsystems blended via Kalman filter techniques Knowledge and/or experience with M-Code Familiarity with Matlab scripting and tools Experience with hardware integration, Hardware in the Loop (HIL), modeling and simulation and environmental testing and electronics test equipment Experience working with missiles or similar systems. Ability to lead cross-functional teams. Ability to drive suppliers in meeting commitments. Knowledge of DOD Hardware development process (knowledge of design gates). Practical experience in all phases of the product development lifecycle. Experience in developing proposals. 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. 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 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

Responsibilities

The Sr. Principal Common Guidance Section GPS Lead is responsible for the technical integrity of GPS electronics solutions for effectors, including architecture development and requirement definition. They also manage technical risks, oversee failure investigations, and support design and test reviews.