Transfer To Japan Jobs in Utah (NOW HIRING)

Date Posted:

2026-08-26

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-810 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 810 (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 RTX, the world's 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.

The Evolved SeaSparrow Missile (ESSM) program is seeking a Test Equipment Chief Engineer. The ESSM Test Equipment (TE) Chief Engineer (CE) for the Evolved SeaSparrow Missile program. This role is responsible for the technical rigor and coordination across functions within the program to ensure successful execution of over $100M of backlog currently on contract and leading 50 engineers. In this role, the candidate will provide technical leadership of all TE activities focused on providing fast and technically viable resolution paths for factory issues. They will manage technical engagement and collaboration with customer TechRep.

They will provide influence and decision making to achieve a balanced technical solution which satisfies the customer’s needs and provides positive financial impact to the business. Supported factories are in Tucson, AZ for subs and guidance section, Camden, AR for all-up-rounds, Andover, MA for circuit card assemblies, and supporting standing up of a DCS factory in Japan. Note that this role was initially created to address previous execution issues on the program's critical TE development activities and has shown benefit in providing additional senior focus. 

This position is located onsite in Tucson, AZ and requires 10-20% travel

What You Will Do

• Chair Engineering Review, Configuration Control and Failure Review Boards.

• Provide technical leadership of all Production and Sustainment engineering activities focused on providing fast and technically viable resolution paths for supplier and factory issues.

• Provide influence and decision making to achieve a balanced technical solution which satisfies the customer’s needs and provides positive financial impact to the business.

• Establish and reinforce the program’s technical organizational structure, risk posture, strategy, and execution plans.

• Communicate across functions and with the technical leads and LSE Industrial Partner and supplier technical oversight and technical engagement and collaboration with customer TechRep.

Qualifications You Must Have 

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

• Experience managing resources with multi-million-dollar annual budgets.

• Experience in leading technical teams in support of production, and US Government customer interface.

• Experience in one or more of the following areas: Test System Design, Test Hardware or Test Software development spanning multiple disciplines.

• The ability to travel 10-20%.

• 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.

Qualifications We Prefer

• RMD Level 4 Certified Chief Engineer.

• Experience working programs with significant international scope.

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

• Experience in leading and executing the design, development, and production of complex system architectures.

• Demonstrated experience across the product lifecycle, including concept development, architecture, design, integration, verification, and production.

• Proven ability to develop effective internal and external customer relationships to ensure customer satisfaction and continued business.

• Direct experience with Engineering Risks and Opportunities (R&O) Management.

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

• Not Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance not available

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.

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 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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