Principal System Safety Engineer

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

As a Principal System Safety Engineer, you will serve as the Safety Lead for critical DoD missile systems in Aurora, CO. This role is a unique blend of technical expertise and project management, where you will be accountable for establishing and executing major safety programs. You will act as the bridge between technical engineering teams and program leadership, ensuring that safety is integrated into every phase of the product lifecycle.

In this onsite position, you will lead system safety working groups, engage in engineering review boards to assess design changes, and mentor junior engineers. Your day-to-day involves interpreting complex military standards and customer specifications to recommend compliance strategies, while collaborating across systems, software, hardware, and human systems interfaces to eliminate hazards and mitigate risks. You will be the voice of safety, presenting status to approval authorities and driving a culture of innovation and safety excellence.

Hiring Process & Application

This position requires an active and transferable U.S. government-issued Top Secret security clearance prior to your start date; U.S. citizenship is mandatory as only citizens are eligible for this clearance level. The DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services handles the clearance process.

Candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at our Aurora office, regardless of the role's general designation. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the posting date, though this may vary based on candidate flow and business needs.

Equal Opportunity & Culture

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. Our values of Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation drive our actions and performance as we work toward a safer, more connected world.