SM-6 IAU Transition To Production RRMIF Integrated Product Team Lead (IPTL)

Date Posted:

2026-08-26

 Country:

United States of America

 Location:

US-AL-HUNTSVILLE-315 ~ 315 Bob Heath Dr ~ BOB HEATH

 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 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.

The Naval Power Engineering Execution Team is seeking a highly motivated Integrated Product Team Lead (IPTL) to lead SM-6 IAU Transition to Production (TTP) engineering efforts at the Redstone Raytheon Missile Integration Facility (RRMIF) in Huntsville, Alabama. This position reports to the SM-6 IAU TTP Program Manager and Chief Engineer. The person selected for this role will lead the engineering scope required at RRMIF to get the SM-6 IAU variant from development to production.

This lead will be responsible for ensuring that the system and production equipment are ready for production at the conclusion of this effort. They are responsible for removing barriers and defining solutions that support the program. In addition, it is expected this person will work across all Raytheon functional organizations to coordinate staffing the team and ensure the timely start-up and delivery of products in accordance with the contract(s).

This is an onsite position located in Huntsville, Alabama.

What You Will Do

Lead engineering scope execution of the SM-6 IAU TTP contractual activities to meet schedule and cost constraints to support contract terms and production capacity growth goals for the next 5 years.

Collaborate with Chief Engineer to proactively identify, evaluate, track and prioritize actions that can keep alignment with the 5-year production growth strategy.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Firmware Engineers, Test Equipment and Production Test Engineers.

Oversee the design, development and systems integration activities within production facilities to support transition to production (TTP).

Manage risk identification, mitigation strategies and resolution of technical challenges impacting across the directorate's contractual and capital-funded activities.

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members to foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

Act as the point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, communicating efforts status, risks and opportunities effectively.

Support proposal development and planning activities for future projects and initiatives related to the production value stream.

Attend Change Control Boards (CCBs) and support the approval of product and process changes.

Qualifications You Must Have

Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.

Earned Value Management System (EVMS) Certified.

Supplier management experience.

Experience with both Windows and Microsoft products.

Experience working with multi-disciplinary groups for complete system delivery.

System integration experience to include hardware, software and/or firmware.

Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing complex projects.

Active and transferable U.S. government-issued Secret security clearance is required before the start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

Experience with hardware design and development.

Experience with Test Equipment design and development.

Knowledge of equipment rack assembly, cable assembly/installation, and electronics maintenance.

Experience guiding teams through troubleshooting processes.

Familiarity with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and Doors or Agile development methodologies.

What We Offer

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

Relocation eligible.

Learn More & Apply Now

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role. 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.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

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 Oppor