Date Posted:

2026-10-14



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-CA-SAN DIEGO-SD1 ~ 8650 Balboa Ave ~ SAN ANTONIO 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 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 opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. 

 

Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

 

Raytheon is seeking a Dual Band Radar (DBR) Product Owner to join our Surface Radar team within the Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities (SE&TC) organization. In this role, you will support radar systems for the Zumwalt-class ships and will be required to work onsite in San Diego, CA.

 

What You Will Do

As the Dual Band Radar (DBR) Product Owner, you will lead a team of engineers dedicated to the activation, integration, maintenance, and operational support of advanced radar systems onboard Zumwalt-class vessels. You will coordinate activities across multiple locations and programs to ensure successful execution of shipboard radar operations. Key responsibilities include:

• Lead a team of 6–10 engineers across San Diego, CA  and Pascagoula, MS, prioritizing tasking and personnel in coordination with Waterfront Program Management and radar Engineering leadership.
• Manage staffing and support between CVN and Zumwalt radar programs to ensure adequate coverage for all shipboard activities.
• Create and maintain the agile backlog for Zumwalt radar tasks in Jira, supporting Program Increment (PI) planning.
• Serve as the primary interface with ISEA for all DBR shipboard activities, testing events, and support coordination.
• Provide planning and oversight for radar activation activities, including grooming and stage testing.
• Act as the Alteration Installation Team (AIT) Lead for all radar System Change Documents (SCDs) during maintenance availabilities.
• Coordinate engineering personnel to support all underway events, including troubleshooting and system monitoring.
• Offer technical expertise, guidance, and direction to engineering team members, ensuring consistency across all three Zumwalt-class ships.
• Act as the primary point of contact for ship’s crew for radar operating guidance and training.
• Provide technical review and feedback supporting test plans, engineering changes, and design decisions.

 

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience leading technical teams in shipboard radar system activation environments.
• Experience with hardware/software integration, activation, test execution, and/or troubleshooting.
• Experience with Agile methodologies, including backlog management and Jira.

 

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with Dual Band Radar (DBR) systems and sub-systems or other large-scale naval radar systems.
• Experience supporting Navy Program Offices, shipbuilders, or shipboard test organizations.
• Experience leading Alteration Installation Team (AIT) activities and maintenance availability execution.
• Experience developing or reviewing test plans and coordinating shipboard events.
• Prior experience working in shipyard or naval operational environments, preferably with Zumwalt or CVN platforms.

 

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 118,300 USD - 224,900 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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