Test Systems Sr Principal Execution Lead

Date Posted:
2026-10-23


Country:
United States of America


Location:
US-AZ-TUCSON-805 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 805


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 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 more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet today’s mission needs and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threats. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.
The Test Solutions organization within RTX drives business success by providing a variety of critical engineering services across product lines and functions.
We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Test Systems Principal Execution Lead located onsite in Tucson, AZ. The Test Solutions organization within RTX delivers critical engineering services that accelerate program success and ensure product readiness across multiple mission areas. We are seeking a Principal Senior Execution Lead to provide leadership for larger work packages or medium-scale projects with high independence. Coordinates execution health, risk burndown, supplier readiness, baseline maintenance, integration readiness, and EV schedule/cost driver analysis. May serve as CAM for selected control accounts. Requires strong technical leadership, effective communication with PMO, and ability to mentor less experienced engineers.
What You Will Learn
Execution Leadership & Technical Ownership
Independently lead cross‑functional engineering teams including electrical, mechanical, software, and systems in executing the full test‑system lifecycle (design, development, integration, sell‑off).
Manage day‑to‑day technical execution of assigned work packages, ensuring clear tasking, issue escalation, scope adherence, and alignment to the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).
Drive timely visibility of technical, schedule, and integration risks; conduct 30/60/90‑day look‑ahead reviews and maintain tight execution cadence.
Approve technical changes; contribute to FRBs and CCBs; maintain integration readiness artifacts and ensure systems meet entry and exit criteria.
Program Controls & Cross‑Functional Coordination
Partner closely with CAMs and PMO/IPT leadership to ensure plans, deliverables, and milestones remain executable and aligned with program objectives.
Provide accurate execution status, staffing forecasts, supplier updates, risk and issue reporting, and other data essential to CAM cost and schedule analysis.
Understand EVMS fundamentals, including how baseline changes, BCRs, QBDs, EAC/LRE updates, and cost and schedule variance drivers impact execution.
Ensure EL‑led execution aligns with CAM‑managed control account budgets, plans, and performance measurements.
Technical Troubleshooting & Process Discipline
Troubleshoot complex system issues using scopes, analyzers, and related diagnostic tools.
Follow established Test Solutions processes and contribute to continuous improvement of integration workflows and readiness practices.
Qualifications You Must Have
Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of ten (10) years prior relevant experience.
Experience supporting or leading Test Systems Development efforts (hardware/software development, integration, V&V).
Experience with project cost and schedule management.
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 Prefer
Strong influential communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to present analytic and performance results from program to executive and/or functional leadership.
Experience in large program execution.
Demonstrate understanding of Research/Development, Capital, engineering development, transition to production, production, and maintenance.
Experience with proposal capture and contract processes from receipt of Requests for Proposal (RFP), preparing Basis of Estimates (BOE), proposal submittal, preparing Statements of Work (SOW), contract startup and contract close-out.
Working knowledge of EVMS fundamentals, IMS/IMP alignment, R&O management, and test system lifecycle.
Experience with all the functionalities of Automation Test Equipment/Unit Under Test (ATE/UUT).
Agile Methodologies understanding.
What We Offer:
A total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, 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.
This role is 100% onsite in Tucson, AZ and qualifies for relocation assistance.
Learn More & Apply Now!
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.
This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Con