SM2 IIICU Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer

RTX•Tucson, AZ

1d•$132,400 - $251,600•Onsite

About The Position

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 Hardware Engineering, Shipboard Effectors AUR Department is currently seeking an experienced Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer to work on a multi-discipline team in support of the Standard Missile 2 (SM-2) IIICU / SM-6 IU program located in Tucson, AZ. The SM-2 IIICU / SM-6 IU program is searching for a Mechanical Cross Product Team Lead (CPTL). The CPTL will be responsible for overseeing the technical execution of a mechanical team of engineers supporting the IU/IIICU EMD program. This position requires a strong, dynamic leader to serve as the Cross Product Team Lead (CPTL) supporting the Standard Missile program. Candidate will work closely with the Hardware IPTL, Office of the Chief Engineer and Program Managers to ensure that engineering requirements are defined, risks are managed, and schedules/budgets are met. Candidate will ensure Technical Data Packages are maintained and updated as necessary. Experience with hardware integration and test, root cause and corrective action and failure investigation principles are strongly desired. This individual should understand all aspects of mechanical design, from CCA level through All Up Round (AUR) and will support preliminary and detailed design cycles for the EMD program. The CPTL will be involved across the product teams and allocate resources as needed to align with program priorities. As the mechanical voice from a program level, the CPTL will be responsible for ensuring quality peer reviews for all mechanical work production and be a member of the CCB panel. As the program progresses, this individual will be the mechanical architect for the POM design as the program transitions from POD to POM after design verification testing. This individual will be required to be cognizant of the program test philosophy and test events as they would provide technical input and review during the design verification phase. Additionally, the individual shall be part of any failure investigations and be able to provide mitigation strategies for test failures. Throughout the duration of the program, this individual will also provide mentorship and coaching to the entire mechanical team and provide program priorities and strategies to the mechanical team.

Requirements

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience
Experience in Earn Value Management System (EMVS) and Cost Account Management (CAM)
Experience with developing EACs
Project Management experience
Prior IPTL, CPTL or Mechanical lead experience
Must be willing to travel to suppliers and other Raytheon facilities as needed
Active DoD issued security clearance prior to the start date
U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Nice To Haves

Engineering aptitude to provide solutions to a variety of technical problems of moderate scope and complexity
Strong leadership skills and project management experience
Strong interpersonal and communication skills; both verbal and written
Experience with ERB/CCB process
Experience in developing and/or testing missile components
Experience in risk and opportunity management
Must be willing to travel to suppliers and other Raytheon facilities as needed

Responsibilities

Assist in the management of the Responsible Engineering Authorities supporting SM-2 IIICU / SM-6 IU
Establish and maintain product vision, strategy, and goals to align with multiple contracts and facilitate production line conflict resolution with respect to schedule impacts
Lead teams of multi-disciplined engineers by identifying priorities to ensure on time deliveries to the Customers
Establish open and effective communication with team members, ensuring team cross training, mentoring and growth opportunities
Ensure technical integrity and engineering execution of the Hardware to meet cost, schedule, and technical requirements
Regularly interface with program and portfolio leads as well as Customers
Support proposal efforts by determining technical scope and basis of estimates
Report business metrics to both the program and functional leadership including Estimates at Completion (EAC)
Regular review of program status including tracking and review by both Engineering and Program Leadership
Actively work to identify, manage, and mitigate risks or capture opportunities
Travel as necessary to support the Program