Global ISR Sensors & Software Program Chief Engineer

Location: US-MA-WESTFORD-WFD7 ~ 7 Technology Park Dr ~ BLDG 7

 Position Role Type: Remote

 U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​ 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 after 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. We are seeking an experienced Program Chief Engineer to lead cross‑functional engineering teams and drive the development of advanced imaging technologies. In this role, you’ll help shape state‑of‑the‑art EO/IR systems that support critical defense missions for the United States and partner nations. Ideal candidates bring advanced expertise in electro‑optical and infrared sensing , image and metadata processing, and image quality assessment. Experience with flight testing, integration of complex electromechanical systems, aircraft integration, mission planning, and ground image processing is highly valued. You should also have proven experience managing projects, overseeing cost and schedule, improving processes and tools, and leading multi‑disciplinary teams to deliver successful program outcomes.

Lead multi-discipline engineering teams in executing EO/IR imaging systems programs Take overall responsibility for cost and schedule performance of the technical tasks on said programs. Support manufacturing, Integration and Test, Aircraft Integration, Delivery Support and Post Delivery Support Serve as the primary customer interface for technical matters and serve as voice of the customer Balance the needs of the business with customer expectation to deliver high-quality products Ensure compliance with engineering development processes and global trade regulations Expect to travel domestically and internationally up to 25% of the time What You Will Learn Raytheon and RTX Business Acumen SBU & SSBU organizational structure, responsibilities amongst the programs and the functional areas, and deliverables Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of prior work experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of prior work experience. Experience with leading large, complex development and production programs Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to audiences. Experience with leading and collaborating with high performing multi-discipline teams. Ability to obtain a 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 Experience as Project Engineer, Integrated Product Team (IPT) lead, or comparable role Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with multidisciplinary teams of system design professionals including systems, electrical, mechanical,