Non-Traditional Electronic Warfare (EW) Chief Engineer

Job Description

Date Posted:

2026-06-08

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IN-FT WAYNE-150A ~ 1010 Production Rd ~ BLDG 150A

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:

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.

This position is located onsite in Fort Wayne, IN.

What You Will Do

Lead multi-disciplinary engineering teams (Integrated Product Teams), working closely with Program Management leadership, with responsibility and ownership of engineering execution for cost, schedule and technical performance, Earned Value Management System (EVMS)/Estimate at Completion (EAC) tracking, and Risk & Opportunity management. This includes managing staffing and staffing projections. Fostering active and open communication team environment with a culture of high ethics, quality, consistency and continuous improvement within the team.
Lead RF and digital-based sensor product overall design efforts from concept and trade studies through requirements development, detailed design, supplier oversight, integration, verification/qualification testing, first delivery and production transition. Lead technical solutions that meet complex user requirements and follow established Raytheon engineering policies and procedures while balancing schedule and budget.
Lead and participate in trade studies, research, development, models, simulations and implementation of complex signal processing algorithm and technique solutions for non-traditional EW applications and products.
Support and lead new business pursuits, including leading engineering proposal development, engineering bidding and technical proposal writing. Also include supporting the Program Director in pursuit of new business opportunities with both current and potentially new customers by visitation and VTCs, helping to understand customers’ technical needs and then, shaping the opportunities.
Customer and management reporting, development of clear concise technical and programmatic presentations enabling informed/strategic decisions. Lead customer status and technical interchange meetings. Lead customer and internal design reviews. Responsible for developing and delivering contractual deliverables.
Maintain close and regular communication and interactions with customers to build trusting relationships.

Qualifications You Must Have

Experience leading engineering teams (hardware, software, firmware) with responsibility for cost, schedule, and technical execution. Highly self-motivated leader capable of fostering a positive, accountable team culture.
Experience interacting well with both customers and internal management and producing quality technical documentation (such as technical final reports, white papers, technical roadmaps, BOEs, and technical proposals).
Experience in systems, Hardware (HW), and embedded Software /Firmware (SW/FW) design, fabrication, and integration of RF-based EW sensor systems, Software Defined Radio technologies, and digital signal processing SW/FW techniques.
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 .

Qualifications We Prefer

Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Active TS/SCI clearance.
Strong collaboration and diplomacy skills; ability to work effectively with minimal conflict and within schedule constraints.
Advanced technical decision-making skills as part of team leadership to set appropriate team priorities and make trade-off decisions leading to successful problem resolutions
Demonstrated success in leadership roles in dynamic environments with changing priorities and resource constraints, maintaining composure and objectivity under pressure.
Experience with EVMS or similar.
Experience with proposal capture and development.

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 eligible.

Learn More & Apply Now!

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

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.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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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