Sr. Test and Validation Engineer 2nd shift - CLEARANCE REQUIRED

Date Posted:

2026-04-29

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MA-ANDOVER-AN5 ~ 356 Lowell St ~ AN5 BRISTOL 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 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 freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

• Provide hands-on support and technical expertise for 2nd shift radar system-level testing activities

• Troubleshoot and diagnose system-level faults

• Provide technical troubleshooting for hardware testing and support defect resolution through root cause analysis (RCCA) and corrective measures to prevent recurrence

• Analyze production test data to ensure compliance, identify trends, and drive process and testing strategy improvements

• Proactively identify, address, and mitigate vulnerabilities within the test processes to ensure seamless operation and high-quality output

• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and quality improvement by analyzing test data, optimizing methodologies, and implementing best practices

• Foster cross-functional collaboration among stakeholders in Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Program Offices to align goals and objectives

• Ensure safety requirements are met for products, personnel, and test environments, promoting a culture of safety and ongoing improvement

• Contribute to the development, refinement, and documentation of Factory Test Procedures (FTP) to ensure consistency and efficiency in testing processes

• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically Requires a Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience

• 2+ years of integration or test experience

• Ability to obtain Interim Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience working with radar systems, including the ability to read schematics of complex, interconnected systems and troubleshooting faults effectively

• Hands-on expertise with RF (Radio Frequency) circuits, including diagnosis and resolving RF-related issues (Power Meters, Oscilloscopes, Spectrum Analyzers, and Network Analyzers)

• Skilled in performing radar performance tests and interpreting diagnostic data to troubleshoot and resolve system faults, experience in radar system maintenance with a strong mechanical aptitude, comprehensive ability to interpret test requirements, schematic diagrams, and technical drawings

• Hands-on individual who may operate equipment such as forklifts or boom lifts, if necessary.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite as well as shop floor and engineering tools such as PRISM, PDM, and CMES.

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

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• 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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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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