Test Systems Senior Principal Execution Lead

Date Posted:

2026-09-01



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-AL-HUNTSVILLE-401 ~ 401 Jan Davis Dr NW ~ JAN DAVIS 401



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 RTX, 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 more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet today’s mission needs and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threats. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. 

The Test Solutions organization within RTX drives business success by providing a variety of critical engineering services across product lines and functions. 

We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time position as Test Systems Senior Principal Execution Lead, located on-site in Huntsville, AL. This position requires leading a team of multi-discipline engineers, providing schedule and technical and execution oversight, and managing multiple projects for a program. If you enjoy project management, creating the schedule for your project, understanding and owning the financial and Earned Value elements of running a team, partnering with other functional organizations, and establishing strong relationships with the program office and customer, this is the job for you!  You will be responsible for driving to completion multiple stages of test product engineering development and will be responsible for maintaining the cost, schedule and technical aspects of your assigned projects. 

This position will be supporting SM3 IB. The SM‑3 Block IB missile uses a kinetic kill vehicle designed to destroy short- to intermediate‑range ballistic missiles using the “hit‑to‑kill” technique, where the interceptor’s kinetic energy destroys the target without an explosive warhead.

What You Will Learn 

•  Execution Leadership & Technical Ownership
  • Independently lead cross‑functional engineering teams including electrical, mechanical, software, and systems in executing the full test‑system lifecycle (design, development, integration, sell‑off).
  • Manage day‑to‑day technical execution of assigned work packages, ensuring clear tasking, issue escalation, scope adherence, and alignment to the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).
  • Drive timely visibility of technical, schedule, and integration risks; conduct 30/60/90‑day look‑ahead reviews and maintain tight execution cadence.
  • Approve technical changes; contribute to FRBs and CCBs; maintain integration readiness artifacts and ensure systems meet entry and exit criteria.
• Program Controls & Cross‑Functional Coordination
  • Partner closely with CAMs and PMO/IPT leadership to ensure plans, deliverables, and milestones remain executable and aligned with program objectives.
  • Provide accurate execution status, staffing forecasts, supplier updates, risk and issue reporting, and other data essential to CAM cost and schedule analysis.
  • Understand EVMS fundamentals, including how baseline changes, BCRs, QBDs, EAC/LRE updates, and cost and schedule variance drivers impact execution.
  • Ensure EL‑led execution aligns with CAM‑managed control account budgets, plans, and performance measurements.
• Technical Troubleshooting & Process Discipline
  • Troubleshoot complex system issues using scopes, analyzers, and related diagnostic tools.
  • Follow established Test Solutions processes and contribute to continuous improvement of integration workflows and readiness practices.

Qualifications You Must Have 

• Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of ten (10) years prior relevant experience.  
• Experience supporting or leading Test Systems Development efforts (hardware/software development, integration, V&V). 
• Experience with program management tools such as EVMS, Integrated Master Plan (IMP), Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), and Risk and Opportunity Management. 
• 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 clearance. 

Qualifications We Prefer 

• Experience in managing multi-disciplinary team of sub-IPMs and engineers.
• Strong influential communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to present analytic and performance results from program to executive and/or functional leadership.
• Experience in large program execution.
• Demonstrate understanding of Research/Development, Capital, engineering development, transition to production, production, and maintenance.
• Experience with proposal capture and contract processes from receipt of Requests for Proposal (RFP), preparing Basis of Estimates (BOE), proposal submittal, preparing Statements of Work (SOW), contract startup and contract close-out.
• Experience with all the functionalities of Automation Test Equipment/Unit Under Test (ATE/UUT).
• Agile Methodologies understanding.

What We Offer:  

• A total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, 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.
• This role is 100% onsite in Huntsville, AL and qualifies for relocation assistance.

Learn More & Apply Now!  

• 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.   
• This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here:  https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm  

   

Location Information:  

Huntsville, AL

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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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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