Principal Engineer = Air Breathing Propulsion - Tucson, United States - Prattwhitney

Raytheon Technologies Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide.

Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity.

The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA.To realize our full potential, Raytheon Technologies is committed to creating a company where all employees are respected, valued and supported in the pursuit of their goals.

We know companies that embrace diversity in all its forms not only deliver stronger business results, but also become a force for good, fueling stronger business performance and greater opportunity for employees, partners, investors and communities to succeed.

The Principal Engineer Air Breathing Propulsionposition is in the Energetics and Propulsion Department, which is responsible for the full spectrum of warhead / rocket motor / DACS design and performance, fuzing, ignition, power sources, one-shot energetic initiation, and all other weapon systems safety device technology.

Cost and schedule responsibilities for suppliers within the Propulsion IPT.Ability to communicate both to the RMD leadership to provide program status, accomplishments, issues, and help needed, while ensuring program alignment and teamwork.

Support proposal efforts with major suppliers while partnering with supply chain to define future contract scope, schedule, and program start up at the suppliers.

Strong understand of earned value and supplier managementThe position is a hybrid role, and the selected applicant will work with the hiring manager to set schedule.

Bachelors in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM), and eight (8) years of prior relevant experience or minimum 5 years with an advanced degree.

Experience in airbreathing propulsion system design and/or production with particular emphasis in at least one of the following technical disciplinesDesign and development of the propulsion architecture including system performance analysisFuel delivery system, bladder, tank, and control subsystemComputational fluid dynamics (CFD) of the inlet, combustor (including kinetics), and nozzle including coupled fluid interactions e.g., shock, laminar, turbulent, boundary layer, etc.

Thermal management systemsGround and flight testsExperience managing a team of 3 or more in a technical capacityThe ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance prior to the start date.

Whether youre just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs.

Some of the superior benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

Tucson has a friendly, caring and laid-back atmosphere, combined with the innovation and energy of a metropolitan region and recognized as one of Americas 10 Best Small Cities.

Surrounded by beautiful mountains, colorful Sonoran Desert landscape and majestic saguaro cacti, Tucson is blessed with some of natures best work.

Tucson is known for its bright blue skies, and with more than 310 sunny days per year, Tucsons fantastic weather lets residents enjoy the outdoors year-round.)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.