Raytheon Technologies

Principal Specialist, Configuration Management

Raytheon Technologies$86K — $165K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree plus 5 years of Configuration Management experience, or 9 years in lieu of a degree.
  • Experience with databases such as SAP, ERP, or similar systems.
  • Proficiency in MS Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Must possess the ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.
  • General knowledge of configuration management principles and methodologies.

Responsibilities

  • Lead Configuration Management activities and ensure compliance with processes.
  • Provide mentorship to team members and enforce best practices across programs.
  • Assess configuration risks and advise leadership on program readiness.
  • Develop Basis of Estimates (BOEs) for proposals and participate in Gate/Milestone reviews.
  • Establish and enforce change management procedures for engineering documents.
  • Review and analyze engineering change data, coordinating with cross-functional teams.
  • Conduct configuration audits and ensure compliance with CM plans.

Benefits

  • Robust total rewards package including healthcare, wellness, and retirement benefits.
  • Flexible work schedules and parental leave.
  • Educational assistance and recognition programs for achievement.
  • Relocation assistance available for eligible candidates.
  • Commitment to values like safety, trust, and collaboration.
Full Job Description
Date Posted:
2026-09-02
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-AZ-TUCSON-807 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 807
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 Configuration Management and Data Management (CMDM) organization is responsible for ensuring our products are under configuration control and delivered on time. The CMDM Organization consists of multiple disciplines that support engineering, our program offices, and our customers.

The Effectors Configuration Management department is looking for an individual to perform the role of Principal Configuration Analyst.

This position is Onsite in Tucson, Arizona.

What You Will Do
  • Lead Configuration Management Activities: Oversee execution of CM processes, including identification, control, verification, and status accounting for systems and equipment, ensuring alignment with contractual and organizational requirements.
  • Mentorship and Cross-Functional Guidance: Provide mentorship and guidance to CM team members while driving cross-functional alignment and implementing best practices across programs.
  • Risk Assessment and Leadership Advisory: Lead CM-related projects, assess configuration risks, ensure compliance, and advise leadership on program readiness and overall configuration health.
  • Proposal Development and Program Health Monitoring: Develop accurate Basis of Estimates (BOEs) for proposals and provide CM expertise during Gate and Milestone reviews to ensure program success.
  • Change Management Implementation: Establish and enforce procedures for managing engineering document changes, representing CM in cross-functional implementation of common processes.
  • Engineering Change Coordination: Review and analyze released engineering change data, coordinating updates between engineering, quality, support, manufacturing, and data control teams.
  • Audit Leadership and Compliance Assurance: Conduct and/or lead configuration audits, resolve data discrepancies, and ensure compliance with CM plans, command media, and contractual obligations.
  • Baseline Management and Data Integrity: Establish and maintain product baselines while ensuring data accuracy across systems and tools throughout the product lifecycle.
  • Cross-Functional CM Support: Collaborate with engineering, operations, and supply chain teams to support configuration and change control activities effectively.


Qualifications You Must Have
  • Bachelor's Degree plus 5 years of professional experience, Configuration Management experience preferred. In lieu of a degree 9 years of professional experience, Configuration Management experience preferred.
  • Experience with databases (SAP, ERP, PDM, CABS, PRISM, and/or other related databases).
  • Experience with MSOffice (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
  • The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance


Qualifications We Prefer
  • General knowledge and understanding of configuration management principles using configuration management policies, procedures, and tools
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with various engineering disciplines to ensure data integrity and compliance with configuration management policies
  • Ability to identify potential complex problems associated with technical engineering data, regarding configuration management issues, and take corrective action as needed
  • Experience reviewing data and/or processing documentation/records


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.
  • 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.
  • 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.


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, 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.

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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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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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