Test Systems Sr Principal Execution Lead

Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-805 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 805

 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 RTX, 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 more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet today’s mission needs and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threats. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.  The Test Solutions organization within RTX drives business success by providing a variety of critical engineering services across product lines and functions.  We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time  Test Systems Senior Principal Execution Lead located  onsite in Tucson, AZ . The Test Solutions organization within RTX delivers critical engineering services that accelerate program success and ensure product readiness across multiple mission areas. We are seeking a Senior Principal Execution Lead to be responsible for highly complex or high-visibility programs, large engineering teams, and multi-IPT coordination. Owns program execution strategy, baseline stability, risk posture, integration readiness, and customer-facing execution reporting. May mentor CAMs or serve as CAM for major control accounts. Requires mastery of execution leadership, EAC strategies, EV trend analysis, and cross-functional influence.

Execution Leadership & Technical Ownership Independently lead cross‑functional engineering teams including electrical, mechanical, software, and systems in executing the full test‑system lifecycle (design, development, integration, sell‑off). Manage day‑to‑day technical execution of assigned work packages, ensuring clear tasking, issue escalation, scope adherence, and alignment to the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS). Drive timely visibility of technical, schedule, and integration risks; conduct 30/60/90‑day look‑ahead reviews and maintain tight execution cadence. Approve technical changes; contribute to FRBs and CCBs; maintain integration readiness artifacts and ensure systems meet entry and exit criteria.   Program Controls & Cross ‑Functional Coordination Partner closely with CAMs and PMO/IPT leadership to ensure plans, deliverables, and milestones remain executable and aligned with program objectives. Provide accurate execution status, staffing forecasts, supplier updates, risk and issue reporting, and other data essential to CAM cost and schedule analysis. Understand EVMS fundamentals, including how baseline changes, BCRs, QBDs, EAC/LRE updates, and cost and schedule variance drivers impact execution. Ensure EL‑led execution aligns with CAM‑managed control account budgets, plans, and performance measurements.   Technical Troubleshooting & Process Discipline Troubleshoot complex system issues using scopes, analyzers, and related diagnostic tools. Follow established Test Solutions processes and contribute to continuous improvement of integration workflows and readiness practices.

You Must Have   Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a  minimum of ten (10) years  prior relevant experience.   Experience supporting or leading Test Systems Development efforts (hardware/software development, integration, V&V).  Working knowledge of EVMS fundamentals, IMS/IMP