
location_onEast Panorama Circle, Centennial, Arapahoe County, Colorado, 80114, United States
At Raytheon, an RTX business, 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 threats. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Principal Engineer, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, supporting the Apertures and RF Team. In this role, you will be part of a multidisciplinary hardware team responsible for technical subcontract management, requirement analysis, trade studies, design reviews, development, testing, fielding/hardware refresh, integration, and operational support.
You will play a key role in managing RF hardware subcontracts while contributing to satellite ground terminal architecture and system performance. This is an on-site position located in Aurora, CO, where you will interface with suppliers, manage procurement activities, and ensure compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements. The work involves traveling up to 25% as required to support fielding and integration efforts.
Please consider the role type definition as you apply: this is an Onsite position where employees work primarily onsite, as they are essential to the development of our products. This position requires an active and transferable U.S. government-issued security clearance (TS/SCI) prior to the start date; U.S. citizenship is required as only citizens are eligible for such clearances.
The DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about security clearances can be found on the U.S. Department of State website.
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.
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.
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.
Skills: Sap, Prism, Far, Dfars, Evms, TSM, Ts/sci, Satellite Ground Station Architecture, Antenna System Requirements, G/T.
Education: Bachelor's degree or Advanced degree with experience.
Work model: On-site
East Panorama Circle, Centennial, Arapahoe County, Colorado, 80114, United States
Centennial, Colorado
Understanding of reflector systems, antenna feed design, solid-state amplifiers, and high-power tube amplifier technologies. Experience translating mission needs into technical capability requirements. Experience performing trade studies, recommending solutions, and identifying vendors. Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously with strong organizational and customer focus. Experience analyzing cost and pricing data and ensuring proposal compliance. Experience interpreting technical requirements, including Statements of Work (SOW).
Raytheon • Aurora, Colorado
Raytheon, a division of RTX, develops advanced defense technologies for aerospace, cybersecurity, and space exploration. Based in Arlington, VA, the company focuses on integrated air and missile defense systems, next-generation sensor technologies, hypersonic capabilities, and secure digital infrastructure. Operating within the defense and space manufacturing sector, Raytheon delivers solutions designed to enhance national security and operational efficiency. Its expertise spans both terrestrial and orbital domains, supporting military and government agencies with cutting-edge tools to address evolving threats. The company emphasizes innovation in engineering and strategic partnerships to advance defense readiness globally.
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