Test Systems Principal Execution Lead

About the role

The Test Solutions organization within RTX drives business success by providing a variety of critical engineering services across product lines and functions. We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Test Systems Principal Execution Lead located onsite in Tucson, AZ.

Responsibilities

• Independently lead cross-functional engineering teams including electrical, mechanical, software, and systems in executing the full test-system lifecycle (design, development, integration, sell-off).
• Manage day-to-day technical execution of assigned work packages, ensuring clear tasking, issue escalation, scope adherence, and alignment to the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).
• Drive timely visibility of technical, schedule, and integration risks; conduct 30/60/90-day look-ahead reviews and maintain tight execution cadence.
• Approve technical changes; contribute to FRBs and CCBs; maintain integration readiness artifacts and ensure systems meet entry and exit criteria.
• Partner closely with CAMs and PMO/IPT leadership to ensure plans, deliverables, and milestones remain executable and aligned with program objectives.
• Provide accurate execution status, staffing forecasts, supplier updates, risk and issue reporting, and other data essential to CAM cost and schedule analysis.
• Understand EVMS fundamentals, including how baseline changes, BCRs, QBDs, EAC/LRE updates, and cost and schedule variance drivers impact execution.
• Ensure EL-led execution aligns with CAM-managed control account budgets, plans, and performance measurements.
• Troubleshoot complex system issues using scopes, analyzers, and related diagnostic tools.
• Follow established Test Solutions processes and contribute to continuous improvement of integration workflows and readiness practices.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of eight (8) years prior relevant experience.
• Experience supporting or leading Test Systems Development efforts (hardware/software development, integration, V&V).
• Working knowledge of EVMS fundamentals, IMS/IMP alignment, R&O management, and test system lifecycle.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance is required.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

What We Offer

• A total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation;
• healthcare, wellness, and work/life benefits;
• career development and recognition programs.

Location Information

This role is 100% onsite in Tucson, AZ and qualifies for relocation assistance.

Pay Range

The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD.

Benefits

• Healthcare, wellness, and work/life benefits;
• career development and recognition programs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.