Systems Engineering Integrated Product Team Lead (IPTL) (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-08-06



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-IN-FT WAYNE-150A ~ 1010 Production Rd ~ BLDG 150A



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:

Secret - Current



Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. 

Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

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. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

Raytheon’s Advanced Products & Solutions (APS) is a product focused strategic business unit that leverages scale and technology commonality to provide leading-edge, reliable, and cost-competitive products in both the high- and low-end segments. With 1,200+ active contracts, APS supplies mission equipment directly to original equipment manufacturers and government entities for integration on larger systems.

Raytheon’s APS SBU Engineering Team is seeking a Senior Principal Engineer to perform in the role of Systems Engineering Integrated Product Team Lead (IPTL) supporting a development program focusing on program execution. This role will provide leadership driving robust execution practices for engineering development. The IPTL, in coordination with existing engineering leadership, will lead program execution in accordance with contractual requirements as well as ensuring the technical subsystem requirements are achieved. The IPTL will maintain and strengthen our customer and industry partner/supplier relationships through effective coordination in a complex environment. The IPTL will work daily with the engineering team to drive execution efficiency, maintain milestone focus, and manage priority of competing demands on the team. This IPTL role requires proactive and effective collaboration and communication across the program and with the appropriate Customer stakeholders.  This is an onsite role located in Ft. Wayne, IN.

What You Will Do

• Meet contractual commitments including financial, technical, and schedule performance of assigned program(s) within contractual boundaries and company expectations.
• Report business metrics to both the program and functional leadership including Estimates At Complete (EAC).
• Provide the technical execution leadership required to design, develop, integrate & test, verify, qualify and deliver a system that complies with performance requirements.
• Communicate both to the Raytheon leadership and the customer community to provide program status, accomplishments, issues, and help needed.
• As a member of the Program Leadership Team, contribute to developing and aligning on common program vision and execution strategies.
• Actively work to identify, manage, and mitigate risks or capture opportunities.
• Provide mentoring and guidance to team members.
• Travel as necessary to support the Program (approx. 10%).

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience in Program Management and/or IPT execution within the Defense Industry.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams within the Defense Industry that includes two or more disciplines in Engineering, Contracts, Finance, Procurement/Supply Chain, Manufacturing/Operations, Quality Management, and/or administrative functions.
• Experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Integrated Master Plan (IMP) / Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), or Risk and Opportunity Management.
• Active and transferable Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain special program access after start. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. 

  

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with leading development and maintenance activities across multiple program sites.
• Experience with Supplier Management.
• Experience with leading Systems, Hardware or Software Engineering Teams.
• Experience with Agile Lifecycle Management tools, preferably Jira
• Excellent presentation and proposal skills.
• Experience in the Electronic Warfare domain.

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.

• Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance is available.

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.

• This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA), 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: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm 

• Ft. Wayne, IN: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-indiana-location

• We Are RTX

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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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.

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