Principal Test Architect

Date Posted:

2026-01-20

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-9020 ~ 9020 S Rita Rd ~ BLDG 9020

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

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.

We are currently hiring a Test Architect Engineer responsible for the test strategy and architecture on the JSOW program. This leader will develop, maintain and ensure the test strategy is optimized to meet program end-goal objectives. The role requires critical interaction/event planning with the Chief Engineers, software team and system integration and test team with a focus on test processes, embedded test, factory operations, and other functions.

The person fulfilling this role will also be mentoring junior Test Architects on the JSOW program and thus must be experienced in surface launched testing.  Join this team to perform technically challenging assignments which will directly contribute to protecting our nation and our war fighters.

This position is Onsite in Tucson, AZ.

What You Will Do:

• Responsible for test strategy for all aspects of the program and defines metrics to gauge progress.

• Responsible for defining or optimizing test environments and requirements to ensure on-time deliveries.

• Drive rapid delivery from concept to completion and facilitate the transition between Engineering Development and Production Test Program Phases to optimize production assembly and test solutions.

• Responsible for interface and coordination with internal and external organizations on test strategy, coordination, execution, and reporting activities.

• Extensive interaction with Program Managers, Directorate Leads, Chief Engineers, and Technical SMEs.

• Coordinate with other program IPTs/CPTs to draw on their subject matter experts to address emergent issues across the systems, software and hardware domains.

• Represent the interests of the Systems Integration and Test (SI&T) directorate on the program and interface with the customer community on a regular basis to share test status, issues, and address programmatic concerns.

• Mentoring junior Test Architects on the JSOW program in the performance of their duties

• This position requires domestic and international travel

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s in science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of eight (8) years of prior relevant experience

• Experience with Model Based Engineering

• Experience with integration and qualification testing in surface launched flight test or related areas

• Active and transferrable final U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. US citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Proven experience working with customers to develop program integration and test strategies

• Graduate or enrolled in the Raytheon Test Architect Development Program

• Platform Integration and Test work with aircraft

• Experience leading a team and overseeing performance

• Strong interpersonal & communication skills

• Experience with DoD or similar major programs throughout the product lifecycle

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 – Relocation assistance available for this position

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• 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

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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