Associate Director - Patriot Radar Digital Processor (RDP) Engineering Lead (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-11-11

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB3 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ CONCORD BLDG, Tewksbury Tb3 300 Concord

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 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.

Raytheon’s Land Air Defense Systems (LADS) Engineering Execution Department is seeking a skilled and motivated Engineering Lead for the Patriot Radar Digital Processor (RDP) effort. The Patriot Radar Digital Processor (RDP) Engineering Lead will be the engineering leader responsible for cost, schedule, and technical execution for the introduction of the new Radar Digital Processor, Fiber Optic Rotary Joint and Radar Set (RS) - Engagement Control Station (ECS) communications, Radar Interface, ECS processor updates and all associated software and firmware resulting in an approved Engineering Change Proposal (ECP). This role will involve frequent collaboration with program management, the office of the chief engineer, Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), Cross Product Teams (CPTs), and external parties. Additionally, you will be responsible for managing costs, schedules, and execution activities, including Estimate at Completion (EAC) reviews, proposal costing and leadership reviews, staffing projections, and monthly metrics tracking.

This position is onsite based in Tewksbury, MA.

What You Will Do

• Be responsible for cost, schedule and technical execution for the introduction of the new Radar Digital Processor, Fiber Optic Rotary Joint and RS-ECS comms, Radar Interface, ECS processor updates and all associated software and firmware resulting in an approved Engineering Change Proposal (ECP) and initial production.
• Be responsible for ensuring program compliance with EVMS, track progress against plan and proactively manage risks and opportunities.
• Align all technical solutions and approaches with the overall goals of the Global Patriot SSBU and the Patriot customers.
• Provide a consistent engineering interface with internal and external stakeholders including the US Customer Product Managers, Global Patriot and Engineering leadership teams.
• Support program briefs and status updates at various internal and external venues, such as recurring Program Status and IPT Meetings, iPMRs, R&O Meetings, Quarterly Customer reviews, internal and external Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs), and major program milestone reviews such as Preliminary Design reviews.
• Travel as required to meet programmatic objectives. Regular travel between multiple Raytheon locations in Massachusetts is required. Occasional domestic and potential international travel.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 12 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience managing cost, schedule, execution for technical projects.
• Experience leading a technical engineering team.
• PM Level 6 certification or the ability to obtain within 1 year.
• Active and transferable Secret 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.

Qualifications We Prefer

· Ability to collaborate with other engineering disciplines, Quality, Reliability, and program management.

· Strong communication and leadership skills for coordinating across internal and external stakeholders.

· Experience in Patriot Program (or similar program) system design, development, integration/verification, and production.

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 Eligibility- Relocation assistance is available.

Learn More & Apply Now!

• 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.
• This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm
• MA Locations: Raytheon Andover, MA Location
• We Are RTX

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 157,200 USD - 298,800 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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