Senior Engineer – Solid Propulsion

Date Posted:

2026-08-11

 Country:

United States of America

 Location:

US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB4 ~ 836 North St ~ INNOVATION BLDG

 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:

Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

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.

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 Energetics and Propulsion Department is an engineering organization in the Hardware Engineering Directorate. This Department is responsible for the full spectrum of warhead, fuzing, and propulsion designs/technology, including power systems, ignition, and all other weapon initiation safety systems technology. The department is seeking to hire an Senior Engineer – Propulsion.

This position is an onsite role located in Tewksbury, MA.

Responsibilities to Anticipate

• •Apply or develop highly advanced technologies, scientific principles, theories and concepts to the systems integration of propulsion, thrusters, controllers, software, mechanical and electrical interfaces for integration into missile systems and space vehicles.
• •Involvement with both development and production programs across Raytheon Product Lines
• •Review manufacturing processes and problem resolution as well as working directly with subcontractors on the design and manufacturing of solid rocket motor propulsion systems
• •Work in a collaborative environment with program management in long-range program planning concerning new or projected areas of technological research and advancements and be a key spokesperson on program’s technical capabilities and future directions
• •Manage propulsion system development projects and propulsion subcontracts; review and disposition subcontract data and change requests; and oversee supplier operations
• •Develop and deliver technical presentations to management and government agencies
• •Be instrumental in obtaining new company business and act independently to uncover and resolve issues associated with the development and implementation of operational missile programs
• •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​

Required Qualifications

• •Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and 5 years of prior relevant experience OR an Advanced degree and 3 years of relevant experience
• •Three (3) years of experience in propulsion technology and its application to solid propulsion systems
• •Experience in the development of solid propulsion systems from conceptual design through final test / assembly etc.
• •The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance prior to the start date. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Desired Qualifications

• •Advanced degree
• •Eight (8) or more years of directly related experience in propulsive technology and its application to solid or liquid, Air Breathing systems (turboprop, turbine, scramjet/ramjet, RDE, VFDR, fuel bladders, fuel systems )and/or mono propellant propulsion systems
• •Systems knowledge to assure full development of propulsion requirements and dissemination and flow down to subcomponent levels
• •Experience with highspeed combustion mechanics
• •Experience designing and developing inlet geometry
• •Experience with compressible fluid dynamics (CFD, NPSS, etc.)
• •Project engineering skills and experience using Earned Value Management System
• •Demonstrated success as a proposal/cost account manager as well as project/team leader
• •Demonstrated ability to develop and lead collaborative efforts with other technical disciplines including structural, thermal, aerodynamics and low observables
• •Willingness to travel, including internationally, to provide supplier support
• •Supplier collaboration experience and oversight generating specifications and statements of work (SOW)
• •Working knowledge or experience with either missile design or development, production support and integration
• •Experience with DoD customers and/or associated contractor executives and technical leadership
• •Active Secret or Top Secret Clearance (Department of Defense)

Learn More & Apply Now

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 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.

What We Offer

Whether you’re 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.

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.

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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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, shor