Raytheon Technologies

Leadership Development Program - Engineering, Systems (Starts June 2027)

Raytheon Technologies$52K — $128K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or related STEM field required by start date.
  • Willingness to relocate across various U.S. locations for assignments.
  • Relevant internship or work experience in engineering, manufacturing, or technology.
  • Familiarity with programming languages or engineering tools like Python, C++, MATLAB, or CAD/FEA software.
  • Experience in core systems engineering areas such as system architecture, integration, or testing.

Responsibilities

  • Complete three 8-month rotational assignments across multiple U.S. locations.
  • Execute engineering milestones in areas like system architecture and performance optimization.
  • Own frontline project deliverables and conduct system analyses.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements.
  • Present technical reviews and strategic data to stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Robust total rewards package including healthcare and wellness programs.
  • Parental leave and flexible work schedules offered.
  • Leadership training and business acumen development provided.
  • Continued mentorship after program completion for career growth.
Full Job Description
Date Posted:
2026-06-29
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-VA-ARLINGTON-1000 ~ 1000 Wilson Blvd ~ WILSON, Fl 23
Position Role Type:
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
Security Clearance Type:
None/Not Required
Security Clearance Status:
Not Required

What You Will Do

Discover an extraordinary opportunity to accelerate your engineering career and develop into a future technical leader at RTX. Our two-year rotational Engineering Leadership Development Program (ELDP) - Systems Discipline provides challenging, high-visibility assignments across the enterprise, allowing you to build a powerful global network. You will receive high-caliber training, professional mentoring, and frontline, hands-on engineering experience directly within our operational business units. This fast-paced path expands your business acumen, sharpens your systems engineering expertise, and prepares you to make a lasting impact on our global technology organization. Actively recruiting for the next cohort and program that begins June 2027.

Key Responsibilities
  • Complete three 8-month rotational assignments across various U.S. locations, adapting quickly to new technology centers, business units, and systems engineering teams.
  • Execute core engineering milestones within one or more specialized program areas, including system architecture, system integration, testing and validation, and performance optimization.
  • Stretch your technical capabilities by taking ownership of frontline, hands-on project deliverables and system analyses.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with hardware, software, and program management teams to define system requirements and optimize operational architectures.
  • Present technical reviews, test results, and strategic engineering data clearly and effectively to diverse stakeholders and leadership teams.


Qualifications You Must Have
  • Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) major. Degree must be obtained by start date.
  • Willing and able to operationally relocate to various RTX geographic locations across the United States for three distinct 8-month assignments.
  • Relevant internship/co-op or work experience within an engineering, manufacturing, or technology environment.
  • Experience or coursework utilizing programming languages or engineering tools, such as Python, C++, MATLAB, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) frameworks, or Computer-Aided Design/Finite Element Analysis (CAD/FEA) tools (e.g., SOLIDWORKS, ANSYS).
  • Experience or academic coursework in one or more core systems engineering functional areas, including system architecture definition, system integration frameworks, testing and validation methodologies, or system performance optimization


Qualifications We Prefer
  • Active U.S. government secret security clearance.
  • Self-motivated and team-oriented work style with the agility to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic technology and engineering environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop structured engineering documentation, test procedures, or configuration control artifacts.
  • Familiarity with Agile or Scrum methodologies and project management workflows within an engineering environment.
  • Practical exposure to hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing, systems integration laboratories (SIL), or system-level test environments.
  • Hands-on experience or academic exposure to specialized aerospace systems, including propulsion, flight controls, avionics, datalinks, or sensing technologies.
  • Prior experience as an engineering intern or co-op within an RTX business unit (Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, or Raytheon)


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 with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care .
  • RTX leadership, functional and business acumen training .
  • Upon program completion, LDP graduates possess a solid platform of skills & experiences to launch a successful RTX career & receive continued mentorship .


Learn More & Apply Now!
  • Applicants MUST be willing/able to relocate for all rotations & have flexibility to travel/live anywhere.
  • Click and scroll to download a LDP Overview and map of onsite locations.
  • Rotation locations will vary & may be onsite, hybrid, or remote. Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee's personal responsibility.
  • 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.
  • Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader
  • Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). If you live within a reasonable commute of an RTX site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role.


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 52,000 USD - 128,000 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.

About Raytheon Technologies

Raytheon Solipsys, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Raytheon Company, is an industry leader in the development of integrated Command and Control (C2) Network-Centric solutions for the Domestic and International DoD and Homeland Security. Through proven systems and software engineering practices, built on the invention and application of innovative technologies, they deliver the C2 infrastructure necessary to effectively control security/military forces in any environment. Their reliable solutions assure information superiority, increased shared awareness, deep sensor reach, aircraft control, air defense, disaster management, and time-critical decision making.

Raytheon Technologies Careers

Join the innovative world of Raytheon Technologies, a leader in aerospace and defense, where we offer unparalleled job opportunities in an environment that champions diversity, leadership, and professional growth.

Work You’ll Do

At Raytheon Technologies, you’ll be part of a company that values innovation and leadership. Our team is dedicated to solving some of the most complex challenges in aerospace and defense, making significant impacts worldwide. With a culture that fosters diversity and inclusion, you will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry.

Transform Your Career

Step into a role that harnesses your skills and propels your career to new heights. Raytheon Technologies is not just about thinking big but making those big ideas happen. We provide robust career development opportunities that include comprehensive training and development programs, leadership workshops, and continuous learning through our internal platforms.

Innovate and Lead

Join our team of over 60,000 professionals globally, who are not only experts in their fields but are also driven by a passion for innovation and excellence. At Raytheon Technologies, you are positioned at the forefront of the industry, where your work directly contributes to groundbreaking advancements in technology and defense.

Internship and Employment Opportunities

Whether you’re starting your career or looking to advance, Raytheon Technologies offers a range of employment and internship opportunities that can help you achieve your professional goals. Our internships provide a solid foundation of skills and experiences, while our full-time positions offer a path to personal and professional growth within the company.

Benefits and Culture

Our employees enjoy a competitive package of benefits and rewards that reflect their invaluable role in our company. From health and wellness programs to performance bonuses and flexible working conditions, we ensure our team members are well taken care of.

Networking and Professional Development

At Raytheon Technologies, networking and professional development are part of our DNA. We encourage our employees to engage in internal and external networking events, leadership training, and diversity initiatives that enhance their career journey.

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14,771 employees
Market Cap
$32,494
Industry
Founded
1922
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