Principal Specialist, Configuration Management

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a U.S. government-issued security clearance. An active and existing DoD Secret clearance is required after day one.

About the role

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. The Configuration Management and Data Management (CMDM) organization ensures our products are under configuration control and delivered on time. The Effectors Configuration Management department is seeking a Principal Analyst, Configuration Management to support engineering, program offices, and customers. This position is onsite in Tucson, Arizona.

Responsibilities

• Oversee execution of CM processes, including identification, control, verification, and status accounting for technical documentation and products (e.g., technical drawings, hardware, basis-of-estimates, Engineering Bill of Materials, estimates, SOWs, bids) to ensure alignment with contractual and organizational requirements.
• Implement and enforce procedures for managing engineering document changes; represent CM in cross-functional implementation of common processes.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to CM team members while driving cross-functional alignment and implementing best practices across programs.
• Lead CM-related projects, assess configuration risks, ensure compliance, and advise leadership on program readiness and overall configuration health.
• Develop accurate Basis of Estimates (BOEs) for proposals and provide CM expertise during Gate and Milestone reviews to ensure program success.
• Review and analyze released engineering change data, coordinating updates between engineering, quality, support, manufacturing, and data control teams.
• Conduct and/or lead configuration audits, resolve data discrepancies, and ensure compliance with CM plans, command media, and contractual obligations.
• Establish and maintain product baselines while ensuring data accuracy across systems and tools throughout the product lifecycle.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and supply chain teams to support configuration and change control activities effectively.

Requirements

• A degree with 5 years of professional experience in Configuration Management (preferred). In lieu of a degree, 9 years of professional experience with Configuration Management experience preferred.
• Experience with databases (SAP, ERP, PDM, CABS, PRISM, Cameo, and/or other related databases).
• U.S. citizenship (required for security clearance eligibility).

Qualifications We Prefer

• General knowledge and understanding of configuration management principles, policies, procedures, and tools.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across engineering disciplines to ensure data integrity and compliance.
• Ability to identify and address complex problems related to technical engineering data and configuration management issues.
• Experience reviewing data and/or processing documentation/records.
• Eagerness to work cross-functionally, train, advise, and offer solutions to problems.

Benefits

• Parental (including paternal) leave.
• Flexible work schedules, including a 9/80 schedule (every other Friday off).
• Achievement awards and educational assistance.
• Child/adult backup care.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short/long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) match and flexible spending accounts.
• Employee assistance program and Employee Scholar Program.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs (eligibility dependent on role and collective-bargaining agreements).

Pay

The salary range for this role is $86,800 – $165,200 USD. The range is representative of all experience levels and considers factors such as role, responsibilities, work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Schedule

9/80 schedule (every other Friday off). This is an onsite role.