Sr. Engineer, Test & Validation

Date Posted:

Country:

United States of America

Location:

MA114: Andover MA 354 Lowell Suffolk 354 Lowell Street Suffolk Andover MA 01810 USA

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:

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 todays mission and stay ahead of tomorrows threat. Our team solves tough meaningful problems that create a safer more secure world.

As a Test and Validation Engineer you will play a critical role in developing and improving test processes to meet customer requirements. You will leverage your expertise to design test and troubleshoot complex electronic assemblies and test equipment working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure product performance reliability and compliance with industry standards. This role also involves mentoring junior engineers and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

What You Will Do

• Develop Manufacturing Data Packages (MDPs) including test instructions workflow/routing labor standards and tool/fixture designs.

• Create and execute test plans procedures and strategies to validate product and system performance.

• Provide technical support for manufacturing areas including process troubleshooting incorporating engineering changes and maintaining test equipment.

• Disposition non-conforming materials perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.

• Analyze test data to identify performance trends troubleshoot issues and ensure compliance with specifications.

• Collaborate with design manufacturing and quality teams to define test requirements and resolve technical challenges.

• Drive qualification and certification efforts while ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

• Mentor junior engineers in test methodologies and best practices.

• Present findings test results and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders.

• Continuously improve testing processes tools and techniques to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

• Adhere to safety protocols and company policies during testing activities.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically Requires a Bachelors degree in Science Technology Engineering or Math (STEM) and minimum 5 years of relevant experience.

• Experience with data acquisition systems instrumentation and analysis tools/software (e.g. LabVIEW MATLAB Python).

• 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

• Masters degree in Engineering or related field.

• Strong knowledge of testing methodologies systems and equipment.

• Excellent problem-solving analytical and troubleshooting skills.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills with experience working in cross-functional environments.

• Experience in aerospace or defense testing environments.

• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Knowledge and ability to apply RTX CORE principles and techniques.

• Expertise in test requirements interpretation schematic diagram interpretation and experience with commercial test equipment for testing and troubleshooting.

• Demonstrated hands-on electronics aptitude.

• Understanding of Radio Frequency (RF) principles including wave propagation signal modulation and attenuation.

• Familiarity with RF system design and performance analysis including antennas filters amplifiers receivers and transmitters.

• Knowledge of frequency bands spectrum allocation and relevant industry standards (e.g. FCC regulations MIL-STD-461).

• Proficiency in RF testing methodologies such as signal integrity noise measurement and power output testing.

• Hands-on experience testing and troubleshooting RF circuits and systems.

• Practical experience with RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers network analyzers signal generators and power meters.

• Application of RF principles in areas such as radar communication systems or satellite systems.

• Experience in RF shielding grounding and thermal management techniques.

• Innovative mindset to drive continuous improvement and keep pace with evolving technology.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel PowerPoint Project Word) statistical evaluation tools (SPC data distribution analysis) and shop floor tools (PRISM PDM CMES).

• Active DoD security clearance (secret).

• Experience with refurbishment and repair processes including handling Government Furnished Material (GFM) or Equipment (GFE).

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 assistance is not available

Learn More & Apply Now!

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

• 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 attendselect 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 86800 USD - 165200 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 candidates 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 companys 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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