Contractual Capital Project Engineer Jobs in Rio Rancho, NM

Date Posted:

2026-07-17

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-808 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 808

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

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The Engineering Capital and Infrastructure organization is looking for a Project Engineer to lead infrastructure projects at the Texas and Colorado sites (primarily). The role includes Capital/expense project and budget oversight, acquiring estimates, project coordination, floor plan/layout capability, and Lab space program feasibility/allocation.

The Project Engineer will be responsible for partnering with engineering leadership and subject matter experts for achieving successful design and execution of capital and expense infrastructure projects and will interact regularly with stakeholders and customers. 

This position is located 100% on site in Tucson, AZ.

What You Will Do

• Support Engineering Capital Appropriation Requests as a subject matter expert, serving as a focal point for project maturation, documentation and approval process.

• Develop project requirements and design concepts in coordination with cross-functional teams, reviewing estimates to verify alignment to project requirements and will uphold compliance to RTX policies and standards, including color of money.

• Oversee projects to completion. 

• Lead various cross-functional strategic initiatives, serving as a key interface for Engineering across laboratories, strategic business units, other functions and businesses.

• Assess existing labs and infrastructure, understand future business needs and other leading indicators, leverage a network within Engineering and other subject matter experts to deliver integrated and balanced solutions. 

• Permanent onsite presence is expected as the roles does require regular onsite support. Travel will also be a regular expectation for this role.

What You Will Learn

• Capital planning process.

• Program Management knowledge.

• Facility related processes (Real Estate, Workplace Strategies, etc.).

• Engineering products.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.

• Project management experience.

• Ability to travel to domestic sites (at least 25-50% of time).

• Experience with development of owner’s project requirements / current facility requirements (OPR / CFR).

• Experience with reviewing architectural, MEP design drawings.

• Experience in performing field reviews and verifications of infrastructure

• Experience executing change management and creative problem-solving.

• Experience coordinating and managing multiple projects and plan strategically.

• Experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software, AutoCAD.

• Active and transferable Secret U.S. government-issued security clearance is required before start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• B.S. in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or Architectural Sciences.

• Knowledge of engineering functions/disciplines and their translation to program roles.

• Prior work experience managing a capital of facilities expense project, or general budget management.

• Experience with or working knowledge of various DoD classified environments and understanding of security guidelines.

• Knowledge of Earned Value Management principles and metrics.

• Excellent communication, technical writing, oral presentation, and interpersonal skills.

• Experience in proposal development and project estimation.

• Familiarity with building construction background to enable efficient facility design and space usage.

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.

Learn More & Apply Now!

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

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.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

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

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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