System Safety Engineer II

Date Posted : 2025-09-12

Country :

United States of America

Location :

AZ863 : 3292 East Hemisphere Loop 3292 East Hemisphere Loop Building M07, Tucson, AZ, 85706 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

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.

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated System Safety Engineer II to join us onsite in Tucson, AZ.

What You Will Do

Developing and implementing one or more MIL-STD-882E compliant system safety programs.

Performing MIL-STD-882 System Safety Program tasks and analyses, involving management (task series 100), analysis (task series 200), evaluation (task series 300), and verification (task series 400).

This includes analysis of engineering hardware, mechanical and electrical drawings and schematics as well as software code, assessing for fault tolerance, latent hazards, level of rigor, and safety requirements compliance.

Collaborating with Program Management and government approval authorities from program startup through production to demilitarization and disposal backgrounds.

Briefing safety considerations at technical reviews and as part of the safety approval process.

Interpreting system requirements, customer specifications and military standards.

Preparing internal and customer reports describing various analyses relevant to the System Safety program.

Collaborating across multiple disciplines to gain a full understanding of product architecture and design.

Interfacing with other engineering functions : Systems Engineering, Software Developers or Firmware Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Hardware Engineering.

Managing System Safety Working Group(s) between key Raytheon and Customer representatives.

Qualifications You Must Have

Typically requires a Bachelor of Science degree in : System Safety, Systems Engineering, Software Development, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and a minimum of 2 years prior relevant experience.  An advanced degree may account for additional years of experience as required for this position.

Experience developing and implementing one or more MIL-STD-882E compliant system safety programs.

Experience performing MIL-STD-882 System Safety Program tasks and analyses, involving management (task series 100), analysis (task series 200), evaluation (task series 300), and verification (task series 400).

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 test equipment & test equipment safety, in a laboratory setting, experience reviewing software code and requirements for safety considerations.

Experience preparing internal and customer reports describing various analyses relevant to the System Safety program.

Experience collaborating across multiple disciplines to gain a full understanding of product architecture and design.

Experience interfacing with other engineering functions : Systems Engineering, Software or Firmware Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Hardware Engineering. Experience managing System Safety Working Group(s) between key Raytheon and Customer representatives.

Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance  is preferred prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

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 & 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.

Location info Tucson, AZ : https : / / careers.rtx.com / global / en / raytheon-tucson,-az-location

The salary range for this role is 66,000 USD - 130,000 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.

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