Section Leader - Long Range Radars

Date Posted:

2026-11-10

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MA-WOBURN-WB2 ~ 225 Presidential Way ~ GODDARD 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:

Secret - Current

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.

The Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities (SETC) Long Range Radars (LRR) department is seeking a Section Leader, to support the career development, engagement, and performance of engineers. In this role, you will ensure effective staffing across programs while fostering a healthy, productive team culture. Section Leader responsibilities are performed part-time, and candidates must also hold a full-time technical or program role within the department. This role will be onsite in Woburn, MA.

By serving as a Section Leader, you will gain valuable leadership experience, strengthen your coaching and people-development skills, and build broader organizational awareness. This role offers the opportunity to influence staffing decisions, support team growth, and collaborate closely with functional and program leadership. Section Leaders also expand their professional network, deepen their understanding of workforce planning, and enhance their visibility across the department—all while continuing to advance in their primary technical or program role.

What You Will Do

• Provide ongoing coaching, mentorship, and career development support for section members.

• Conduct regular performance discussions, including goal-setting and feedback.

• Support recruiting, onboarding, and retention activities.

• Foster a supportive, collaborative environment that promotes growth and engagement.

• Partner with program and functional leadership to understand workforce needs and resolve staffing challenges.

• Champion continuous improvement in engineering practices, workflow, and team culture.

• Manage administrative responsibilities such as timekeeping, training compliance, and salary planning.

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 with defensive radar systems and/or Command, Control, Communications, Computers, and Intelligence systems.

• Experience leading technical teams.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience mentoring, coaching, or developing early-career engineers.

• Demonstrated ability to build collaborative, supportive team environments.

• Prior involvement in staffing, workforce planning, or talent assessment.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills across technical and non-technical audiences.

• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and balance program responsibilities with functional duties.

• Familiarity with performance management processes and goal-setting frameworks.

• Experience working across multiple programs or business areas.

• Interest in shaping team culture and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

• Ability to influence without direct authority and work effectively with various stakeholders

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 Eligibility– Relocation assistance 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.

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 145,600 USD - 276,800 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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