Program Chief Engineer

About RTX and Raytheon

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 three market-leading businesses and significant investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunities that no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science to connect and protect our world.

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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us to help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

About the Role

This Chief Engineer role leads a group of programs within the S-ISR/CMPC portfolio, providing high-impact software and hardware services to the Intelligence Community (IC) mission. As the Chief Engineer, you will be accountable for all aspects of the technical baseline, including architecture, design, software development, testing, and delivery using Agile methodologies.

You will serve as a customer-recognized Subject Matter Expert (SME), directly involved in proprietary customer engagements to support program objectives. Your day-to-day will involve supporting front-end business activities by working with customers to understand their needs, shaping future work, and developing strong positive relationships with the customer community. You will also lead engineering bid reviews, collaborate across program management, finance, and supply chain functions, and ensure program success through rigorous technical oversight and risk mitigation.

Hiring Process and Application Instructions

This position is located onsite in Aurora, CO. Candidates must be U.S. citizens with an active and transferable TS/SCI security clearance on day one. Following the start date, a polygraph is required.

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. For onsite roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee's personal responsibility.

The application window is anticipated to close approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted, though this may vary based on candidate flow and business necessity. Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process.

Culture and Commitment

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX, 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. 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.