Raytheon Technologies

Principal Electrical Engineer

Raytheon Technologies$107K — $204K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree in STEM with 8+ years of relevant experience or advanced degree with 5+ years
  • Background in Analog, Digital, Mixed Signal, and Fiber optic systems
  • Proficiency in signal processing tools like Matlab
  • Current U.S. government issued security clearance (Secret)
  • Ability to work with minimal oversight and manage projects independently.

Responsibilities

  • Design analog, digital, and mixed signal hardware and software solutions.
  • Define project goals, scope, and deliverables based on program requirements and schedules.
  • Monitor project progress and implement risk mitigation strategies.
  • Conduct regular program status reviews and engage with leadership for updates.
  • Ensure technical execution aligns with hardware engineering capabilities.

Benefits

  • Parental (including paternal) leave
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Educational assistance
  • Achievement awards
  • Comprehensive healthcare and wellness programs
Full Job Description
Date Posted:
2026-07-14
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-RI-PORTSMOUTH-PS3 ~ 1847 W Main Rd ~ NIMITZ WEST BLDG
Position Role Type:
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
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
Security Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance: Secret
Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

The Undersea and Electronics Systems (UES) Department in Portsmouth, RI is seeking an Electrical Engineer with experience in analog, digital, mixed signal design as well as software development skills including embedded software and GUI tool development. The desired candidate has a current Secret clearance, is highly technical, and able to work with minimal oversight as well as the ability to manage projects.

Your qualifications could add tremendous value to our team. Our customers come from all different backgrounds, and so do our employees. If you're passionate about what you could accomplish here, we'd love to hear from you.

What You Will Do:
• Technical design experience in the areas of Analog, Digital, Mixed Signal, fiber optics, FPGAs, and Software Design, including embedded software and GUI design. Some travel to integration sites, plus customer and subcontractor facilities, may be required.
• Experience working to program requirements and schedules to define project goals, scope, and deliverables. Monitor project progress, identify risks in sufficient time to implement mitigation strategies, and ensure the delivery of products meet performance requirements. Close management of design completion while simultaneously balancing resulting performance with the ability to meet the customer's critical schedule requirements.
• Support regular reviews of program status including tracking and review by both Engineering and Program Leadership. Act as the primary point of contact for project updates, ensuring clear communication with Engineering and Program leadership.
• Extensive knowledge of hardware engineering capabilities to ensure successful technical execution.
• Desire to support cost estimating, management, and technical status for the execution of the capital project.

Qualifications You Must Have:
• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years' experience
• Experience in the areas of Analog, Digital, Mixed Signal, Fiber optics.
• Experience in signal processing using tools such as Matlab.
• 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.

Qualifications We Value:
• Experience working Naval Programs in the subject areas of acoustics, torpedoes, mine warfare, submarines, and/or Unmanned Undersea Vehicles (UUVs).
• Relevant professional experience participating on cross-functional teams.
• Advanced degree in Engineering discipline.
• Proven ability to lead technical discussions to closure.
• Experience participating in production and test activities.
• Experience supporting proposal generation, both cost and technical.
• Process improvement i.e. CORE/ Six Sigma Certification.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; both verbal and written.
• Collaborate in teams or independently, flexible, demonstrates initiative.
• Experience in agile hardware and software development and management using SCRUM.
• Strong knowledge of software application development to support data collection and system integration.
• Strong knowledge of engineering design tools and processes.
• Time management of complex tasks across competing priorities.
• Experience participating in design and development activities.
• Support of technical development for proposals.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers.
• Ability to travel in support of program activities domestically.

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.

Learn More & Apply Now

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 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.

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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1922
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