Ship Systems Integration and Sustainment Portfolio Chief Engineer (CE)

• Date Posted:

• 2026-04-23

• Country:

• United States of America

• Location:

•

US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB1

~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~

ASSABET BLDG

• 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 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 opportunities no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. 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 Naval Systems and Sustainment (NSS) Raytheon Team is looking for a Ship Systems Integration & Sustainment (SSIS) Portfolio Chief Engineer. The NSS technologies span from seabed to space and include critical, effective, and dependable maritime integrated warfare capabilities and sustainment services. Our purpose is to provide integrated solutions that strengthen security at sea and protect U.S. and allied ships and sailors worldwide. The SSIS portfolio within NSS includes a broad array of Navy products and technologies that are core to the organization. These are primarily the Zumwalt class destroyers, the Dual Band Radar (DBR), Integrated Ship Solutions and Support (IS3), Aegis modernization, the MK 99 Fire Control System (FCS), and sustainment for Phalanx, SeaRam, the Land-Based Phalanx Weapon System (LPWS), the SPY-6 system, Aegis, and DBR. The SSIS Portfolio CE is a member of the NSS Office of the Chief Engineer and is responsible for technical execution and oversight of the programs and Program CEs within the business area. The contract value overseen by the SSIS CE is over $1B across more than 175 active contracts, including international scope. The SSIS technical team is composed of over 300 individuals spanning the Engineering disciplines and located at 11 different Raytheon work locations across the country. The SSIS business area is growing quickly and includes strategically important combat system customer shaping and opportunity capture to position Raytheon for future ship and combat system integration. The SSIS Portfolio CE is a People Leader position that is responsible for four Program CEs as direct reports. Candidates for this role can be located in Tewksbury, MA, Marlborough, MA or Portsmouth, RI.

• What You Will Do
• + Function as the primary representative of the NSS Office of the Chief Engineer (OCE) to the SSIS Program Director and their cross-functional Leadership Team + Lead the SSIS Program CEs as both a technical lead and People Leader + Accountable for technical Engineering execution of the programs within the SSIS portfolio + Ensure Engineering and OCE processes, policies, directives, and initiatives are appropriately deployed, implemented, and executed on programs within the SSIS portfolio + Represent Engineering, the OCE, and the SSIS programs to senior external individuals and customers + Ensure adequate and appropriate Engineering resources are being deployed as necessary on programs within the SSIS portfolio + Identify and engage to address in a timely manner any Engineering issues that arise on programs within the SSIS portfolio •Qualifications You Must Have•+ Typically requires a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.

+ Experience leading a large, multi-disciplined technical team with the ability to develop, empower, motivate, and monitor the team. + Experience interfacing with senior internal leadership and external customers representing Engineering and the OCE. + Experience interacting with and collaborating with, and represent Raytheon to senior Government and customer leadership and technical experts. + Experience balancing technical, cost, and schedule priorities on programmatically impactful tasks/issues and pursuits. + Willingness to travel to other Raytheon and customer locations across the country and internationally. + Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

• Qualifications We Prefer
• + Master's or other advanced STEM degree + Prior experience as a Raytheon CE + Experience as a People Leader (e.

g., Section Leader or Department Leader) + Experience in the development, production, maintenance, and sustainment of military products and services + Experience executing Naval programs and with Navy personnel + Existing familiarity with the SSIS portfolio of programs and products + Excellent communication, technical writing, oral presentation, and interpersonal skills + Strong judgement skills and ability to operate independently

• 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.

• Learn More & !
• Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

This position is classified as:

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. Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee's personal responsibility. 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: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

• _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 157,200 USD - 298,800 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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