Senior Principal Engineer - Warhead/Lethality
San Jose, CA · On-site
$147K - $202K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
San Jose, CA · On-site
$147K - $202K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
San Jose, CA · On-site
$147K - $202K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
$124K - $171K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
$124K - $171K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
$117K - $161K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
$117K - $161K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
$118K - $163K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
$118K - $163K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
$121K - $167K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
$121K - $167K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
$124K - $171K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
$124K - $171K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
$133K - $183K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
$133K - $183K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
$113K - $156K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
$113K - $156K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
$118K - $163K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
$118K - $163K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
$135K - $186K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
$135K - $186K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
$119K - $165K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
$119K - $165K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
$118K - $163K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
$118K - $163K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
Tucson, AZ · On-site
$118K - $163K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
Tucson, AZ · On-site
$118K - $163K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
$124K - $171K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
$124K - $171K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
Miami, FL · On-site
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis * · Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * · Develop Statements of Work (SOWs) * · Develop Critical Item Development ...
Miami, FL · On-site
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis * · Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * · Develop Statements of Work (SOWs) * · Develop Critical Item Development ...
Provo, UT · On-site
$98K - $135K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
Provo, UT · On-site
$98K - $135K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
San Jose, CA · On-site
$122K - $168K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
San Jose, CA · On-site
$122K - $168K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
Orlando, FL · On-site
$97K - $134K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
Orlando, FL · On-site
$97K - $134K/yr
Conduct hydrocode simulation and lethality analysis ... Support warhead design, analysis, test, and evaluation * Develop Statements of Work (SOWs)
$31K - $40K
11% of jobs
$40K - $49K
9% of jobs
$52.1K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$49K - $58K
15% of jobs
$58K - $67K
15% of jobs
The median wage is $67.3K / yr.
$67K - $76K
18% of jobs
$82.5K is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$76K - $85K
11% of jobs
$85K - $94K
7% of jobs
$94K - $103K
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$103K - $112K
4% of jobs
$112K - $121K
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$121K - $130K
3% of jobs
$31K
$73.3K
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| Aspect | Lethality Analyst | Ballistics Analyst |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Security clearance, forensic or military certifications | Forensic science, firearms, or ballistics certifications |
| Work Environment | Military, defense, or law enforcement settings | Crime labs, law enforcement agencies, forensic labs |
| Employer & Industry | Defense, military, security agencies | Law enforcement, forensic laboratories |
| Common Search & Comparison | Yes | Yes |
Both Lethality Analysts and Ballistics Analysts work within security and law enforcement sectors, often requiring similar certifications and working in forensic or military environments. While Lethality Analysts focus on assessing weapon effectiveness and threat potential, Ballistics Analysts specialize in analyzing firearm evidence and projectile trajectories. Understanding these distinctions helps job seekers identify the right career path based on their skills and interests.
$147K - $202K/yr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 21 days ago
9.1
Based on 81 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
3rd of 516 rated manufacturers
Date Posted:
2026-04-15Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-AZ-TUCSON-M09 ~ 3350 E Hemisphere Loop ~ BLDG M09Position Role Type:
OnsiteU.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 clearanceSecurity Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance: SecretSecurity Clearance Status:
Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start dateAt RTX, the world 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.
Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.
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 Energetics and Propulsion Department is an engineering organization in the Hardware Engineering Directorate. This Department is responsible for the full spectrum of warhead, fuzing, and propulsion designs/technology, including power systems, ignition, and all other weapon initiation safety systems technology. The department is seeking to hire a Senior Principal Engineer - Warhead.
The Senior Principal Engineer – Warhead/Lethality role is in Tucson, AZ and is an onsite position.
What You Will Do
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RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA.
What We Offer
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.
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.
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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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