Principal Systems Engineer, Site Lead, AN/TPY-2

Date Posted:

2026-05-20

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-NM-WHITE SANDS-LC38 ~ Bldg. 23626, LC-38 Nike Ave ~ BLDG LC38 (External Site)

Position 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: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

At 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. 

Raytheon’s Mission Capability Verification Center (MCVC) located on White Sands Missile Range (WSMR), NM is seeking a Systems Engineering Site Lead to join our team.  At MCVC we plan and conduct complex integrated field tests, provide system integration and sell-off, and provide operational expertise to a variety of missile and radar programs.  The Site Lead will be responsible for a test site in support of the AN/TPY-2 program.    The Site Lead will require active participation with the Raytheon program leadership team and WSMR Material Test Directorate as well as supporting local test events and daily site operations. The candidate is expected to embrace MCVC goals and initiatives, monitor team dynamics, collaborate with programs and site leadership on staffing, provide employee feedback and be actively involved in daily program operations.  This role serves as the primary on-site leader coordinating test execution, personnel, customer engagement, logistics, and system readiness in support of defense and aerospace programs.

The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, systems integration experience, and the ability to manage complex test events in dynamic environments while ensuring compliance with customer, program, and regulatory requirements. This is an onsite role located at WSMR in White Sands, NM.

What You Will Do

• Lead day-to-day operations at assigned test sites supporting radar, sensor, communications, or integrated defense systems testing.

• Coordinate test planning, setup, execution, troubleshooting, and post-test activities across multidisciplinary teams.

• Serve as the primary interface between program leadership, engineering teams, government customers, range personnel, and subcontractors.

• Ensure all Site and test activities comply with safety, security, environmental, and operational procedures.

• Manage site logistics including equipment readiness, transportation, calibration, scheduling, and maintenance activities.

• Oversee installation, integration, and verification of test assets and support equipment.

• Track and report test status, risks, deficiencies, and corrective actions to program management.

• Develop and maintain test schedules, resource plans, and operational procedures.

• Mentor and supervise site personnel, technicians, and support staff.

• Work in remote/hazardous locations in proximity to energized equipment, radar radiation, and unexploded ordnance environments.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior engineering experience.

• Experience leading complex field or range integration & test activities for radar, communications, or weapons systems.

• Experience working in classified or secure environments.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Prior military or defense industry test range experience.

• Strong understanding of systems engineering and test methodologies with proven leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

• Experience supporting DoD developmental test (DT) and operational test (OT) events.

• Familiarity with missile systems, air defense systems, or command-and-control platforms.

• Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action processes.

• Knowledge of range safety and environmental compliance requirements.

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 Eligible – Relocation assistance available.

Learn More & Apply Now!

• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

• Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

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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