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Raytheon FTO Senior Principal Test Pilot Security Clearance

Job in Tucson, Pima County, Arizona, 85701, USA
Listing for: RTX
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-01
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics, Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Raytheon FTO Senior Principal Test Pilot with Security Clearance
Date Posted:

Country:
United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-845 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ HANGAR 845
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:
Active and existing security clearance required on day 1 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. Raytheon Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities (SE&TC) is seeking a Test Pilot to join our Raytheon Flight Test Operations (FTO) team. This role is responsible for supporting multiple functions in the planning and execution of manned flight test missions. Responsibilities include coordination with engineering and maintenance, subject matter expertise on our flight test planning, mission execution, flight operations support, and coordinating logistics for flight test deployments.

This position is an onsite role and can be based in either Ontario, California or Tucson, Arizona with occasional travel to support Raytheon Flight Test Operations. What You Will Do
* Plan and coordinate flight test missions involving military ranges and FAA airspace.

* Conduct internal flight test readiness evaluations and coordinate customer airworthiness audits.

* Lead mission planning, coordination briefings, and contribute to test reporting.

* Coordinate aircraft maintenance activities and liaison with subcontracted support team.

* Qualify and maintain currency for Raytheon FTO test aircraft, including B737-800, CL601, B727-200, and C206 as a test pilot crew member.

* Perform work in classified and SAP environments.

* Travel up to 20% to support flight test deployments or technical interchange meetings. Typical travel sites include Ontario, CA;
Tucson, AZ;
Eglin AFB, FL; and short duration travel for CONUS and OCONUS flight test deployments in support of RTX programs. Qualifications You Must Have
* Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience.

* Flight test experience required within the last 10 years.

* Commercial Pilot Certificate and ability to hold an FAA First Class medical and Airline Transport Pilot certificate.

* 2,000 hours pilot time with a minimum of 500 hours as Pilot in Command (PIC). Applicants must also have 1,500 turbine experience with multi-engine turbine experience desired.

* Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required. Qualifications We Prefer
* Graduate of military Test Pilot School, Weapons School, equivalent formal course, or possess 3+ years of direct military flight-test experience

* Multi-engine turbine experience.

* Advanced flying qualifications including Instructor Pilot or Flight Examiner

* Military Research Development Test & Evaluation (RDT&E) flight test experience.

* Experience with large (>12.5K lbs.) multi-engine turbine aircraft with an onboard Mission Crew or tactical fighter test pilot experience.

* Hold an FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate

* Experience leading a flight operations sub-organization or aircraft maintenance team.

* Top Secret Security Clearance

* Experience in a flight test mission control room

* Experience working classified and SAP programs

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. 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…
Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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