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As of Jul 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for performance engine tuning in Arizona is $116,486.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $109,500.00 and $123,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A typical day for a Performance Engine Tuning specialist involves assessing customer vehicles, performing engine diagnostics, calibrating ECU settings, and utilizing dynamometer testing equipment to validate performance improvements. You may collaborate closely with other technicians, service advisors, and occasionally directly with clients to discuss performance goals and modifications. The role requires a blend of hands-on adjustments and computer-based tuning, with an emphasis on both technical expertise and precision. Over time, you may also be involved in researching new tuning techniques and staying updated with advancements in automotive technology to ensure optimal results for a wide range of vehicles.

What is a Performance Engine Tuning job?

A Performance Engine Tuning job involves optimizing an engine's performance by adjusting parameters such as fuel injection, ignition timing, and air-to-fuel ratio. Tuners use specialized software and tools to modify the engine control unit (ECU) for better horsepower, torque, and efficiency. This role requires knowledge of engine mechanics, diagnostics, and aftermarket modifications. Tuners work with various vehicles, from daily drivers to high-performance race cars, ensuring they run efficiently and safely.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Performance Engine Tuning position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Performance Engine Tuning, you need a solid background in automotive mechanics, internal combustion engine theory, and hands-on experience with diagnostic and tuning procedures. Familiarity with engine management systems, ECU programming tools, and performance software (such as Dynojet or HP Tuners) is typically required, along with relevant technical certifications. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication are valuable soft skills in this field. These competencies are crucial for accurately optimizing engine performance, troubleshooting issues, and conveying technical information to clients or team members.

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Infographic showing various Performance Engine Tuning job openings in Arizona as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $116,486 per year, or $56 per hour.
High Performance Computing (HPC) System Administrator, Analyst, Onsite - Tucson, AZ

High Performance Computing (HPC) System Administrator, Analyst, Onsite - Tucson, AZ

Raytheon

Tucson, AZ

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Date Posted:

2026-05-13

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-M05 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG M05 (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:

Secret - Current

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

System Administrator, High Performance Computing (HPC) – P1

Analyst Level

Raytheon Digital Technology (DT) – Classified Transformation

Tucson AZ – Onsite Role

At 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.

This Analyst (P1) level, High-Performance Computing (HPC) candidate will provide Raytheon Digital Technology with High Performance Computing Administration in a heterogeneous Microsoft Windows and Red Hat Enterprise Linux environment. This candidate will understand Windows Server internals, and knowledge of Linux fundamentals to include DNS, DHCP, AD, and server replication methods. 

This position is an onsite role in our Tucson, Arizona location. Relocation support will be provided to the selected applicant, if they meet company policy eligibility requirements.


What You Will Do:

  • Work as a team member in a fast-paced technological environment. 
  • Help develop and implement new technologies based upon industry best practices. 
  • Use troubleshooting techniques to resolve technical problems at a high scope and complexity to include the integration of High-Performance Computing hardware, software, and operating systems (OS).
  • Understanding software tools, automated scripts, batch schedulers, hardware, and system-level troubleshooting, to lead and support the engineering community.
  • Perform OS tuning to maximize system performance on high performance computing systems.  Work across DT functions to standardize processes and procedures. 
  • Work with Cybersecurity professionals to maintain security compliance requirements. 
  • Provide documentation and training on advanced DT HPC processes and procedures. Be a mentor to junior team members.
  • Must be able to obtain required Department of Defense Directive (DoDD) 8140 / 8570 Certification requirements (CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent certification and an Operating System Certification) within 6 months of hire date.


Qualifications You Must Have:

  • Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and less than 2 years of relevant experience or a total of 4 years relevant technical experience in IT or Digital Technology.
  • Active and transferable U.S. government issued secret security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
  • Experience in Windows and/or Linux Server Environments including directory services management, and system hardening.


Qualifications We Prefer:

  • High Performance Computing (HPC) experience in a Linux environment.
  • Experience in project leadership, management, or project management in a DT domain and basic to advance scripting experience.
  • Experience maintaining a medium sized Microsoft Windows Server environment.
  • Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
  • Experience with High Performance Computing scheduling and monitoring tools.
  • An active DoD Secret or Top-Secret Clearance.
  • Advanced hands-on experience with Windows and Unix security hardening, systems integrations, advanced troubleshooting, and authentication service integration (LDAP).
  • Unix (Including Linux and Solaris), experience in a medium to high complex environment(s).
  • Working knowledge of High-Performance Computing scheduling and monitoring tools such as SLURM, Grid Engine and Ganglia.


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 Eligibility – This role is NOT 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 and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility

Clearance Information: This position requires a current and active US DoD Secret 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 57,200 USD - 108,800 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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