Principal Engineer- Energetics and Propulsion
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeRemote
location_onAlameda Boulevard Northwest, Bernalillo County, New Mexico, 87114, United States
About RTX and Raytheon
At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose to solve the world's most complex problems. Formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and United Technologies Corporation, RTX operates at the edge of known science, delivering solutions in quantum physics, electric propulsion, hypersonics, and cybersecurity.
Raytheon brings over 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threats. Our foundation is rooted in a higher calling: to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We deliver solutions that create a safer, more secure world.
About the Role
The Energetics and Propulsion Department is an engineering organization within the Hardware Engineering Directorate, responsible for the full spectrum of warhead, fuzing, and propulsion designs. This team tackles tough, meaningful problems involving power systems, ignition, and weapon initiation safety technologies.
In this remote role, you will join a team of highly advanced technologists to develop architectures and manage production efforts for a variety of one-shot devices, including initiators, gas generators, pyroswitches, and explosive bolts. You will serve as the day-to-day liaison between programs and functional subject matter experts, ensuring technical rigor while driving technology development roadmaps. This position is ideal for a team player who thrives on complex problem-solving and is passionate about contributing to the future of aerospace and defense.
Hiring Process and Application
RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted, though business needs may adjust this timeline. 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with federal regulations.
Work location
Work model: Remote
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Power Sources, One Shot Devices, Fuze, Propulsive Devices, Missile Design, Cybersecurity, Electric Propulsion, Directed Energy, Hypersonics, Avionics.
Education: Bachelor's Degree in STEM required with 8 years experience.
Frequently asked questions about Principal Engineer- Energetics and Propulsion at Raytheon
What does a Principal Engineer- Energetics and Propulsion at Raytheon do?expand_more
In this Principal Engineer- Energetics and Propulsion at Raytheon role, you will manage technical execution of power source and one shot device development programs; contribute to technology development roadmaps and requirements definition; support failure analysis and redesign of failed power source or one shot device components; and present design models and test results to internal and customer review meetings.
What are the requirements for this Principal Engineer- Energetics and Propulsion role?expand_more
Raytheon is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's Degree in STEM with 8 years experience OR Advanced degree with 5 years experience; 8 years experience in power sources, one shots, or engineering design; Active and transferable U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship; and Willingness to travel to suppliers and government facilities.
Where is the Principal Engineer- Energetics and Propulsion role at Raytheon located?expand_more
Principal Engineer- Energetics and Propulsion at Raytheon is based in Alameda Boulevard Northwest, Bernalillo County, New Mexico, 87114, United States. This is a remote role.