Principal Propellant Chemist with Security Clearance

About Raytheon

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.

About the Role

The Materials Engineering Department within the Mechanical Products Team is seeking a Propellant Chemist to join our energetic team in Tucson, Arizona. This fully on-site position offers a unique opportunity to engage with energetic suppliers to assess propellant properties and collaborate with subject matter experts both within Raytheon and the broader industry.

In this role, you will conduct standard chemical laboratory analysis and perform hands-on testing of materials, including adhesives, polymers, tapes, composites, and various other production materials. You will support all phases of the product life cycle, from design and development to production. Your work will cover a wide range of topics, including propellant chemistry, processing, mechanical properties, failure analysis, material characterization, and process improvement. Approximately one-quarter to one-half of your time will be dedicated to energetic assessments, while the remainder will focus on material characterization in our laboratory. Success in this role requires careful attention to detail, fundamental scientific knowledge, project management skills, and the ability to coordinate a wide variety of simultaneous tasks within set schedule requirements.

Hiring Process & Application

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. This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active, transferable U.S. government-issued security clearance (Secret) prior to the start date. Candidates must also have the ability to obtain an interim clearance before beginning work.

Our Culture & Commitment

At RTX, our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. We value Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. 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. We provide affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with relevant federal acts.