Raytheon
Senior Principal Engineer - Flight Test Lead Andover Onsite
Raytheon, Andover, Massachusetts, us, 05544
Overview
Senior Principal Engineer - Flight Test Lead at Raytheon leads the Patriot Flight Test execution team, managing test planning, execution, and reporting. This role requires active security clearance, extensive experience in hardware, software, and networking troubleshooting, and collaboration across teams to resolve complex defense system challenges. The position involves coordinating logistics, managing resources, and improving flight test processes while supporting the U.S. defense mission with up to 25% travel. The Raytheon Air Defense and Command & Control Department within Systems Integration & Test seeks a Flight Test Lead to support the Patriot program. You will collaborate across disciplines to identify sources of new and unexpected issues through troubleshooting and data analysis, and you will be expected to implement solutions with team partners. What You Will Do
Lead the Patriot Flight Test execution team through planning, execution, and reporting. Responsible for test planning and walkup – including test readiness assessments. Facilitate Mission Execution Lead and Technical Lead with successful execution of day-to-day pre-mission operations by providing appropriate resources and removing obstacles. Provide customer interface related to Patriot Flight Test activities. Balance cost, schedule, and staffing across various funding sources and events. Identify travel team members, coordinate required briefs / access / permissions, provide travel information, and manage travel logistics. Drive continuous improvement of flight test processes and content. Up to 25% travel required. Qualifications You Must Have
Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience. Experience with test events (such as ground tests, flight tests, SICOs). 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. Qualifications We Prefer
Experience performing radar data analysis. Excellent communication skills to maintain effective working relationships with team members and customers. Ability to develop and maintain test procedures. Experience leading a technical team. Experience interfacing with internal or external customers. What We Offer
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. Relocation Eligibility – Relocation assistance available Role Details
Location: MA101: Andover MA 350 Lowell St Essex 350 Lowell Street Essex, Andover, MA, 01810 USA Position Type: Onsite U.S. Citizenship/Security: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance required; U.S. citizenship required Security Clearance: DoD Secret Learn More & Apply Now! 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.
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Senior Principal Engineer - Flight Test Lead at Raytheon leads the Patriot Flight Test execution team, managing test planning, execution, and reporting. This role requires active security clearance, extensive experience in hardware, software, and networking troubleshooting, and collaboration across teams to resolve complex defense system challenges. The position involves coordinating logistics, managing resources, and improving flight test processes while supporting the U.S. defense mission with up to 25% travel. The Raytheon Air Defense and Command & Control Department within Systems Integration & Test seeks a Flight Test Lead to support the Patriot program. You will collaborate across disciplines to identify sources of new and unexpected issues through troubleshooting and data analysis, and you will be expected to implement solutions with team partners. What You Will Do
Lead the Patriot Flight Test execution team through planning, execution, and reporting. Responsible for test planning and walkup – including test readiness assessments. Facilitate Mission Execution Lead and Technical Lead with successful execution of day-to-day pre-mission operations by providing appropriate resources and removing obstacles. Provide customer interface related to Patriot Flight Test activities. Balance cost, schedule, and staffing across various funding sources and events. Identify travel team members, coordinate required briefs / access / permissions, provide travel information, and manage travel logistics. Drive continuous improvement of flight test processes and content. Up to 25% travel required. Qualifications You Must Have
Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience. Experience with test events (such as ground tests, flight tests, SICOs). 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. Qualifications We Prefer
Experience performing radar data analysis. Excellent communication skills to maintain effective working relationships with team members and customers. Ability to develop and maintain test procedures. Experience leading a technical team. Experience interfacing with internal or external customers. What We Offer
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. Relocation Eligibility – Relocation assistance available Role Details
Location: MA101: Andover MA 350 Lowell St Essex 350 Lowell Street Essex, Andover, MA, 01810 USA Position Type: Onsite U.S. Citizenship/Security: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance required; U.S. citizenship required Security Clearance: DoD Secret Learn More & Apply Now! 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.
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