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RTX · 1 day ago

PCAS Hardware Design Section Leader

AZ862: 3360 Hemisphere Loop Bldg M10 3360 East Hemisphere Loop Building M10, Tucson, AZ, 85706 USA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$108K/yr - $204K/yr

8+ years exp

RTX is a company dedicated to helping the nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression through advanced engineering solutions. They are seeking a motivated Engineering Section Leader to oversee a team of engineers focused on the development of advanced Control Actuation Systems, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and successful program execution.

AerospaceManufacturingSecuritySensorTelecommunications

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

This role combines technical oversight, programmatic leadership, and team management responsibilities

As a Section Leader, you will supervise a team of up to 15 engineers, focusing on performance management, career development, and program execution

You will collaborate with the Department Manager and leadership team to achieve PCAS and Mechanical Engineering goals, ensuring the team is aligned with organizational priorities and adequately staffed to meet program requirements

Lead and manage a team of 12-15 engineers, providing guidance on career development, performance appraisal, coaching, and training

Oversee CAS product design, production, and technical data package integrity across all program phases

Act as the primary liaison between section members, functional leadership, and supported programs to align technical and programmatic objectives

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Quality, to ensure program success

Ensure adherence to centralized processes, procedures, and technical rigor across the section

Monitor program execution, provide technical oversight, and resolve engineering challenges throughout the product lifecycle

Support staffing needs, headcount planning, and resource allocation for the program

Lead by example, fostering a culture of respect, ethical behavior, and continuous improvement

Represent the section within the directorate, communicating key updates, successes, and challenges to leadership

Qualification

CAS hardware developmentAerospace EngineeringTeam leadershipTechnical proposal developmentProgram Management certificationInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsPresentation skillsTechnical writing

Required

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience

8 years' experience with technical engineering background, leading teams in the aerospace or government sector

Experience working across multiple DoD programs or initiatives

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

DoD Clearance: Secret

Preferred

M.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Math, or a related science degree

Ability to quickly build collaborative networks, empower employees, lead and motivate teams, and foster effective collaboration

Proven ability to manage multiple and competing priorities

Experience in technical and cost proposal development, technical risk management, and managing cost and schedule requirements

Strong presentation and technical writing skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office tools

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Cost Account Manager experience

Program Management certification or experience

Excellent presentation and proposal skills

Benefits

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

Holidays

Company

RTX

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RTX is comprised of three market-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon – working as one to answer the biggest questions and solve the hardest problems in aerospace and defense.

Founded in 1922

Arlington, Virginia, USA

10001+ employees