Principal Specialist Design Release Coordinator

Date Posted:

2026-06-03



Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-805 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 805

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:

Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. 

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. 

The Hardware Design Integrity (HWDI) department enables program execution quality and on-time delivery by ensuring integrity, compliance, security and process efficiency of our technical data, designs and systems.  HWDI is part of the Product Integrity center, alongside Configuration and Data Management (CMDM).

The Hardware Design Integrity department is looking for an individual to perform the role of Principal Specialist Design Release Coordinator.

This position will be onsite in Tucson, AZ

What You Will Do

• Coordinating the Technical Data Package (TDP) release and change activity for various programs and projects.
• Develop, baseline and maintain the design release plan in Design Release Manager (DRM) or Rapid Development Tool (RDT).
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Supply Chain and Operations on Drawing Release need dates.  
• Maintain drawing outlook dates in collaboration with Engineering.
• Work in unison with each program Integrated Product Team Lead (IPTL), program engineering personnel (Hardware Engineers, drafting, Chief Engineers, etc.), Configuration Management for Configuration Control Boards (CCB) and Product Data Management (cPDM) coordination, Design Integrity Check, Computer-aided-design (CAD), etc.
• Daily monitoring and reporting of TDP status and progress across the release cycle.
  Provide general direction to documentation owners (IPTLs, engineers/drafters, etc.) on the processes required to upload/enter their documentation in cPDM correctly for efficient engineering/production release.
• Oversight of the processes support will also include monitoring the overall documentation level quality, commonality, schedule, and timely status to all customers; driving end to end program delivery success across defined efforts.
  Present data visually to convey priorities and needs to support program execution and leadership briefings.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Business Administration, Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM) or related discipline.
• Experience in Microsoft Office Suite.
• This position requires 5 or more years of relevant similar professional work experience.
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance (or the ability to obtain one) 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

• Hardware design experience.
• Knowledge of supplier material procurement and build practices.
• General knowledge and understanding for following policies, procedures, and processes with a strong attention to detail.
• Experience utilizing CAD tools such as CREO or equivalent.
• PTC Windchill, Microsoft Office, Microsoft SharePoint, and/or Power BI experience.
• Solid competency in project planning and management.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with various engineering disciplines to ensure data integrity and compliance with configuration management polices.

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.
• Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.
• Relocation Eligible

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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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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