Principal CCA Slice Engineering Lead

Date Posted: 2026-09-08 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-M02 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG M02 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: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date 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. Effector RF Design Department is responsible for developing RF and Microwave hardware, including transmitters, receivers, and exciters. This includes design, test, and supplier oversight activities that span preliminary design to integration. Products we develop support radar applications on a variety of tactical missile programs. Critical to this role is designing for challenging mechanical constraints and extreme environments. The CCA Slice Engineering Lead is responsible for engineering leadership of an assigned production Slice, consisting of multiple circuit card assemblies (CCAs), metal frames, covers, and associated next-higher-level assembly hardware. This role ensures technical readiness, material availability, and issue resolution across the Slice to support predictable throughput and First Pass Yield (FPY). The Slice Engineering Lead partners closely with Operations, Test, Hardware Engineering, and Suppliers to maintain healthy flow and minimize aging units. This position is an onsite role, located in Tucson, AZ. What You Will Do Lead daily engineering support for the assigned production Slice, ensuring assemblies, tooling, and test equipment are available, functional, and ready for flow. Coordinate troubleshooting and resolution activities across CCAs, mechanical hardware, Pilot Line Facility (PLF) benches, and supplier benches as issues arise. Monitor and drive improvements in key Slice performance metrics including FPY, cycle time, backlog aging, and station availability. Review and disposition non‑conforming material, evaluate failure reports, and drive closure of technical actions required for return to flow. Partner with Operations to remove blockers in Work in Process (WIP), accelerate aged units, and maintain alignment with delivery commitments. Coordinate PLF station utilization, calibration needs, and supplier bench health to reduce unplanned downtime. Lead root‑cause investigations for recurring failures or production escapes and implement corrective actions in coordination with responsible engineering teams. Contribute to material readiness activities including BOM validation, part availability tracking, and coordination with planning/supply chain to prevent shortages. Maintain thorough documentation of engineering actions, findings, and corrective measures in accordance with Raytheon process discipline. Support continuous improvement initiatives that reduce cycle time, improve FPY, and enhance manufacturing robustness across the Slice. Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience to include: Production support, hardware troubleshooting, test support, or integration of CCAs and electromechanical assemblies. Ability to diagnose issues across electronic and mechanical interfaces within next higher-level assemblies. Familiarity with test stations, calibration requirements, and production test processes. Strong ability to interpret schematics, assembly drawings, and test procedures Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain special program access after start. Qualifications We Value: Advanced degree in STEM field Team Collaboration: Experience working in multidisciplinary teams. Ability to collaborate with other engineers, project managers, finance, supply chain, and other team leads. Effective communication skills for coordinating across Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain. Strong academic foundation in one or more of the following: Circuit Design (RF, Analog, and/or Digital) RF/Microwave Engineering Production Experience Experience leading daily engineering support for production lines or Slices. Understanding of FPY improvement methods, Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) practices, and data driven issue trending. Familiarity with Raytheon failure review processes, variance documentation, material review boards, and production health reporting. Hands-on experience with mechanical enclosure assemblies, CCA installation, and system-level integration. 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. This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Learn More & Apply Now! 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: 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. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms