Back to Jobs search

Principal Electrical Engineer - Hardware Lead

RTX Corporation • Marlborough, MA • 4h ago

Date Posted:

2025-06-23

Country:

United States of America

Location:

MA802: Marlborough, MA Building 1 1001 Boston Post Road Building 1, Marlborough, MA, 01752 USA

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:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Raytheon Company, Managed by Collins Aerospace

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, a leader in the aerospace and defense industry, is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Hardware Lead to join our Protected Communications Systems team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in the design, development, and implementation of advanced protected communication systems. This is a senior-level position that requires a deep understanding of hardware engineering principles, as well as extensive experience in the secure communications domain.

What You Will Do

Lead the hardware design and development efforts for protected communication systems, ensuring the highest levels of performance, reliability, and security

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software, systems, and test engineering to deliver integrated solutions that meet customer requirements

Oversee the entire hardware development lifecycle, from concept through production and deployment, ensuring adherence to project timelines and budgets

Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence

Oversee rigorous testing and validation of hardware components to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications

Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends to drive continuous improvement and innovation in secure communication hardware

Interface with customers and stakeholders to gather requirements, provide technical updates, and ensure satisfaction with delivered products

Qualifications You Must Have

A minimum of 10 years of experience in hardware engineering

Proven track record of leading hardware development projects from concept to production

Strong understanding of RF and microwave communication systems, including antennas, transceivers, and modulators/demodulators

Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex hardware issues

Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex technical information clearly and concisely

Deep understanding of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) principles and practices

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience

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

Experience with military and commercial secure communication standards and protocols

Familiar with cybersecurity principles as they apply to hardware design and implementation

Knowledge of environmental testing and qualification processes for communication hardware

Previous experience working in a defense or aerospace company

Active SECRET Security Clearance or HIGHER

What We Offer

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees

Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option

Tuition reimbursement program

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance,?critical illness?insurance, group legal, ID theft protection

Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits

Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning

Adoption Assistance ????????

Autism Benefit

Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions

Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program

Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits

Bright Horizons, child and elder care services

Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program

This position is eligible for relocation assistance

And more!?

Learn More & Apply Now!

Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions - whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you'll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.

*Please ensure the role @type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to 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.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form - with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

Apply now and be part of the team that's redefining aerospace, every day.

Employee Referral Eligible

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 (http://www.rtx.com/privacy/Job-Applicant-Privacy-Notice) 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.

Similar Jobs

Senior Principal Electrical Engineer - Hardware Lead (ONSITE)

RTX Corporation • Marlborough, MA • 4h ago

IT & Engineering

Date Posted: Country: United States of America Location: MA802: Marlborough, MA Building 1 1001 Boston Post Road Building 1, Marlborough, MA, 01752 USA Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration...

4h ago

Go to Apply

Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Allurion • Natick, MA • 13h ago

IT & Engineering

Allurion is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Manufacturing Quality Engineer to join our Quality Assurance team. This role is instrumental in maintaining the highest standards of quality and regulatory compl...

13h ago

Go to Apply

Sr. Data Scientist

CVS Health • Wellesley, MA • 2d ago

IT & Engineering

At CVS Health, we're building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care. As the nation's leading health solutions compan...

2d ago

Go to Apply

Sr. Data Engineer

CVS Health • Wellesley, MA • 3d ago

IT & Engineering

3d ago

Go to Apply

Senior Principal. Electrical Engineer Project Lead - Onsite Tewksbury/Marlborough, MA

RTX Corporation • Marlborough, MA • 5d ago

IT & Engineering

Date Posted: 2025-06-18 Country: United States of America Location: MA131: Tewksbury, MA Bldg 1 Assabet 50 Apple Hill Drive Assabet - Building 1, Tewksbury, MA, 01876 USA Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Per...

5d ago

Go to Apply

Electrical Engineer, Mechatronics and Sustainable Packaging

Amazon • Westborough, MA • 5d ago

IT & Engineering

Description Amazon is seeking an Electrical Engineer to contribute to the design of automated packaging and sortation equipment. The ideal candidate will have experience designing and specifying the electrical components...

5d ago

Go to Apply

Senior Manufacturing Technician

Sanofi Group • Framingham, MA • 5d ago

IT & Engineering

Job Title: Senior Manufacturing Technician Location: Framingham, MA About the Job We deliver 4.3 billion healthcare solutions to people every year, thanks to the flawless planning and meticulous eye for detail of our Man...

5d ago

Go to Apply

Data Scientist - Assortment Optimization

CVS Health • Wellesley, MA • 5d ago

IT & Engineering

5d ago

Go to Apply

Robotics Business Intelligence Engineer, Amazon Robotics

Amazon • Westborough, MA • 5d ago

IT & Engineering

Description We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic data and insights professional with a proven track record of delivering impactful solutions to complex and ambiguous problems. A practiced researcher, who us...

5d ago

Go to Apply

Electrical Engineer Intern/Co-op Fall 2025 - CMTA

CMTA, Inc • Framingham, MA • 6d ago

IT & Engineering

CMTA, a Legence company CMTA ( https://www.cmta.com/ ) is one of the fastest growing engineering firms in the U.S. with nationally recognized expertise in sustainable, high performance building engineering. We are a coll...

6d ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.