AIM-9X Guidance Systems Lead

Date Posted:

2026-08-06



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-801 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 801 (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. 

The Air Launched Effector Guidance Systems is searching for an AIM-9X Guidance Unit Lead. The Guidance Unit Lead engineer is responsible for driving the execution of the electrical subsystem through the life cycle of the product. Tasks include supporting development or production, leading proposal activities, and technical management of both engineering disciplines and suppliers for programs throughout the product life cycle.

Successful candidate will be a self-starter with proven project organization and execution skills, multi-tasking and verbal/written communication and presentation skills, and experience in a budget and schedule critical environment. Candidates should lead multi-discipline teams to develop systems from concept through integration and production and develop solutions to a variety of technical problems of large scope and complexity. A candidate willing to collaborate and coordinate with Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and other Engineering disciplines to resolve issues. Qualified candidates must have experience with digital, analog and/or RF testing and experience debugging complex circuit card assemblies or electro-mechanical systems. Knowledge of RF / microwave devices preferred.

What You Will Do:  

• Leading others by understanding team dynamics and capitalizing on team strengths while mitigating gaps
• Leading trade studies to determine the best solution and plan forward for solving complex problems while considering quality, cost, schedule, and performance
• Regularly conveying task status on complex issues and strategic plans across multiple teams, program, department, and customer leadership
• Seeking opportunities to fill any role necessary to help ensure business unit success
• Partners with the program team to ensure cost, schedule, and technical requirements are fully integrated and executed as planned

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, Math or related STEM degree

• Minimum of 8 years of engineering experience with progressing leadership roles
• Experience with any of the following as it relates to Electrical subsystems and/or Circuit Card Assembly, Development, Integration, Test, and Production support
• Experience with analog, digital and/or mixed signal circuit design/analysis or hardware integration/test

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience in design, testing and sell off military systems
• Demonstrated ability to work with a complex engineering team
• Solid understanding of hardware testing methodologies
• Experience in Root-Cause Corrective Action investigations and FRACAS processes
• Knowledge and experience with Material Review Board, Process Configuration Board, Configuration Control Board and Failure Review Board processes, proposing/defending and implementing Change Notices
• Experience in resolving production issues with suppliers and sub-tier suppliers
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in the assembly, integration and test of EO and RF subsystems
• Mentor Graphics DxDesigner experience and command of circuit simulation and analysis tools such as PSPICE, System Vision
• Knowledge of printed circuit board fabrication and circuit card assembly processes and related industry specifications
• Familiarity with missile communication transceivers and data links, IR or RF sensors, inertial measurement units (IMU) and Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver subsystems
• Planning and leading hardware subsystem development activities
• Experience managing cost and schedule with Earned Value Management methodologies
• Technical writing and/or formal presentation experience
• Master’s degree in STEM or MBA

 
 

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.
• Work Schedule: 9/80 Schedule 
• Relocation Eligibility: This position is eligible for relocation

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.
• Tucson, AZ: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-tucson,-az-location

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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