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Principal Electrical Component Engineer
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Principal Electrical Component Engineer supporting airborne, ground, and tactical missile programs in the Parts, Libraries and Obsolescence (PLO) Department. Performs components engineering and applications engineering tasks including parts selection, standardization, BOM development, reliability review, and alternate part investigations for military and aerospace flight applications.
About this role
Date Posted:
2026-06-01

Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-AZ-TUCSON-M10 ~ 3360 E Hemisphere Loop ~ BLDG M10Position Role Type:
OnsiteU.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearanceSecurity Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance: SecretSecurity Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1At 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 engineeringexpertiseto 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.
Raytheon is seeking aPrincipal Electrical Component Engineerto join the Parts, Libraries and Obsolescence (PLO) Department.
This is anon-sitebased position in Tuscon, AZ.
The selected candidate will perform and/orassistin the performance of Components Engineering or Applications Engineering tasks supporting airborne, ground, and tacticalmissileplatforms/programs in the proposal,Low RateInitial Production (LRIP), production and support phases.
This position will require day-to-day interface with designers, suppliers, Supply Chain Management (SCM), Parts Obsolescence Lead/Managers (POL), Product Development Engineers (PDE), Electronic Computer Aided Design (ECAD), Program Management Office (PMO), and other disciplines. This role also entails supportingparts selection, parts standardization, parts applicationresponsibilitiesand Parts Verification analysis supporting the program applicationapproval through aprogramParts and Materials Control Board (PMCB)comprisedof members both internal to Raytheon and from customer organizations. Some travel to integration sites, customer facilities, and subcontractor facilities may berequired.
What You Will Do:
Understand program requirements and Statements of Work (SOWs) todetermineprogramcomponentenvironmental / characteristic application requirements.
Provide technology insertion and parts selection/standardization guidance while adhering to business,componentparametric, application environmental and circuit application constraints.
Generate and revisecomponentdrawings and associated verification data packages.
Review of electroniccomponentand assembly reliability and construction data, and preparation of such data as tofacilitatePart and Material Control Board review and adjudication.
Perform alternate part investigations and generate comparison matrices showing the differences and similarities of the parts.
Interface with multiple internal stakeholders and external suppliers/manufacturers to developcomponentrisk and verification delineation.
Facilitatecomponentselection and libraries application through the coordination and generation of the program Bill of Material (BOM) in a collaboration toolset.
Presentcomponentstandardization, design library, obsolescencemanagementand termination finish risk results in support of design reviews for a program.
Qualifications You Must Have:
Typically requires aBachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM)andminimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience with any combination of the following:
Experience witha wide range of electronic and electro-mechanical part commodities includingintegrated circuits, semiconductors, and passive devices.
Knowledge ofcomponentselection, screening, qualification, and derating for use in military and aerospace flight applications.
Knowledge of Component MIL drawings, standards, test specifications, and associated QPLs and QMLs.
Experience with BOM (Bill of Material) development and management for developmental and production programs.
Qualifications We Prefer:
Master’s degree in Electrical Engineeringor other related science or engineering discipline
Minimum 5 years’ experience with project or task management.
Knowledge ofcomponentfailure modes by commodity.
Experience with root cause corrective action (RCCA)
Knowledge ofcomponentreliability processmonitorsand/or qualification methodologies.
Knowledge of circuit card and PWB manufacturing processes.
Experience with RF components and interconnect devices.
Experience with the use or adaptation of Commercial OffTheShelf (COTS) products in a military system.
What We Offer
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.
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.
The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.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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