Effector RF Design Labs Section Lead

Date Posted:

2026-11-11



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-849 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 849 (External Site)



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 Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring 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. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

The Effector RF Design (ERFD) Department is the engineering organization responsible for the design, development, test and technical leadership of advanced RF hardware supporting tactical missile systems. Our team members develop RF solutions spanning the full development lifecycle—from concept development and architecture through detailed design, integration, test, qualification, and transition to production. We specialize in RF circuit card assemblies, transmitters, receivers, exciters, sensors, antennas, and other RF subsystems that enable critical defense capabilities.

The Effector RF Design Department is seeking a Section Lead for RF engineering labs. This position reports to the Department Lead within the Effector RF Design Department. The Section Lead will interface with Lab Leads, Integrated Product Team Leads (IPTL), Program Managers, Department Leads, and stakeholders, working with multi-disciplinary teams across multiple projects.

As a Section Lead, this position will oversee a section of RF lab leads, ensuring the effective management of day-to-day operations within multiple RF engineering labs, with a particular focus on safety, compliance, and continuous improvement efforts.

What You Will Do

• Lead a team of Lab Leads across multiple labs and locations within Tucson, AZ
• Ensure the management, coordination, and implementation of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) practices within labs
• Oversee Property and Metrology Management tasks to ensure they are being completed effectively by Lab Leads
• Perform cost analyses, monitor task completion, and ensure required supplies are procured within approved budgets
• Conduct Engineering Lab Objective Evaluations (ELOE)
• Prepare for assessments, lead audits, and assist in the development of long-range objectives for the department
• Serve as the primary point of contact for information flow from upper management to Lab Leads
• Develop and implement communication plans; provide consulting support to Lab Leads and functional leadership

Qualifications You Must Have

Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) degree and a minimum of 10 years’ prior relevant experience, to include any combination of the following: 

• Previous Lab Lead experience and current engineering Lab Lead responsibilities, including oversight of lab operations, resource planning, process improvement, and team support
• Experience managing project teams within a lab environment
• Program Management certification (any level)
• Experience with Environmental Health & Safety processes
• Experience in maintaining compliance within labs
• Experience in audit/assessment preparation and support services

Qualifications We Prefer

• Knowledge of RF test processes and equipment
• Strong organizational, coordination, planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in collaboration with Section Leads, Lab Leads, and customers
• Experience working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Applied work experience interfacing directly with customers in an engineering environment
• Proficiency in written and oral communication
• Subject Matter Expertise (SME) in one or more of the following areas: ESD, EHS, or Foreign Object Elimination
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Learn More & Apply Now!

This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), 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

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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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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