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Date Posted:2026-03-27Country:United States of AmericaLocation:US-AZ-TUCSON-M E Hemisphere Loop BLDG M07Position Role Type:Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: SecretSecurity Clearance Status: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start dateAt 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.The Energetics and Propulsion Department is an engineering organization in the Hardware Engineering Directorate. This Department is responsible for the full spectrum of warhead, fuzing, and propulsion designs/technology, including power systems, ignition, and all other weapon initiation safety systems technology. The department is seeking to hire a Principal Engineer - Solid Propulsion.What you will do:Apply or develop highly advanced technologies, scientific principles, theories and concepts to the systems integration of propulsion, thrusters, controllers, software, mechanical and electrical interfaces for integration into missile systems and space vehicles.Involvement with both development and production programs across Raytheon Product LinesReview manufacturing processes and problem resolution as well as working directly with subcontractors on the design and manufacturing of solid rocket motor propulsion systemsWork in a collaborative environment with program management in long-range program planning concerning new or projected areas of technological research and advancements and be a key spokesperson on program's technical capabilities and future directionsManage propulsion system development projects and propulsion subcontracts; review and disposition subcontract data and change requests; and oversee supplier operationsDevelop and deliver technical presentations to management and government agenciesFrequently interface with the Customer to identify user needsBe instrumental in obtaining new company business and act independently to uncover and resolve issues associated with the development and implementation of operational missile programsThe Principal Engineer - Solid Propulsion job is in Tucson, AZ and the position is onsite.Qualifications You Must Have:Typically requires a Bachelor in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience. In absence of a degree, 10+ years of experience. An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for additional years of experience.Experience in development of solid propulsion systems.Qualifications We Prefer:Twelve (12) or more years of directly related experience in propulsive technology and its application to solid or liquid, and/or mono propellant propulsion systemsPrior Patriot Missile experienceSystems knowledge to assure full development of propulsion requirements and dissemination and flow down to subcomponent levelsProject engineering skills and experience using Earned Value Management SystemDemonstrated success as a proposal/cost account manager as well as project/team leaderDemonstrated ability to develop and lead collaborative efforts with other technical disciplines including structural, thermal, aerodynamics and low observablesWillingness to travel, including internationally, to provide supplier supportSupplier collaboration experience and oversight generating specifications and statements of work (SOW)Working knowledge or experience with either missile desi