Principal RF Engineering Lab Manager

**Date Posted:** 2025-12-09 **Country:** United States of America **Location:** AZ849: RMS AP Bldg 849 1151 East Hermans Road Building 849, Tucson, AZ, 85756 USA **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:** DoD Clearance: Secret At Raytheon, 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 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. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. The Effector RF Design department at Raytheon is seeking an innovative **Principal RF Lab Specialist and Manager** to lead the management and continuous improvement of RF lab capabilities. This role includes oversight of RF lab operations, resource planning, and fostering a safe and compliant lab environment. You will also provide functional leadership to a team of 18-24 lab leads and technicians, playing a key role in mentoring and guiding team members while ensuring alignment with department goals and company policies. This position is **onsite** , located in **Tucson, AZ** . **What You Will Do:** + Develop and execute strategic plans for RF lab capabilities in collaboration with stakeholders and RF technologists. + Oversee RF lab operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards, audit readiness, and company policies. + Represent RF labs in customer meetings, technical reviews, and facilities planning discussions. + Lead resource planning for capital and expense requirements. + Mentor and support lab leads and technicians, promoting innovation and continuous improvement. + Manage staffing, team development, performance management, and career growth activities. + Collaborate with department leadership, other sections, and cross-functional teams to align goals and initiatives. + Support department and directorate initiatives while ensuring team adherence to policies and procedures. + Address personnel matters, provide oversight for timecard management, and ensure operational efficiency. **Qualifications You Must Have:** + Bachelor of Science degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of technical experience, OR and advanced degree in a related field and 6 years of technical experience in two or more of the following: + Experience with RF lab management + Experience in RF hardware testing + Experience leading teams **Qualifications We Prefer:** + Master's degree in a STEM field. + Strong oral and written communication skills, including experience delivering presentations to leadership and customers. + Proven technical leadership experience in roles such as Lab Lead, Section Lead, CAM, or IPTL. + Expertise in chemical handling, metrology, property control, and audit readiness. + Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. + Situational awareness, emotional intelligence, and leadership behaviors with a willingness to make decisions and embrace change. + Experience working in lab environments focused on safety, compliance, security, and property management. + Familiarity with EHS, NISPOM, and Foreign Object Elimination processes. + Ability to collaborate effectively with individuals from varied backgrounds and cultures. + Practical knowledge of RTX projects, programs, or systems, with the ability to enhance and leverage them. **What We Offer** Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. **Learn More & Apply Now!** 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: **_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 101,000 USD - 203,000 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. _RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act._ **Privacy Policy and Terms:** Click on this link ( to read the Policy and Terms Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.