Date Posted

2026-01-22

Location

US-AZ-TUCSON-848 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 848, Tucson, AZ

Position Type

Onsite

Security Clearance 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
• DoD Clearance: Secret
• Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

About Raytheon

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling to help our nation and allies defend freedom 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.

Systems Engineering & Test Capabilities (SE&TC) integrates, verifies, and validates our products. We put our systems together, exercise them in the lab or in the field, measure and analyze performance, and make sure our products work the first time and every time. To accomplish this, we develop plans and procedures, debug and evaluate system functions and interfaces, develop test environments, and work together with our customers.

About the Role

The Effectors Center in the Systems Integration and Test Directorate (SE&TC) are currently hiring a Test Architect Engineer responsible for the test strategy and architecture in support of the Sub Strategic Business Unit (SSBU) Air Dominance portfolio of programs. This leader will develop, maintain and ensure the Test Equipment (TE) development plan is achievable. Role will be the focal point to ensure a test strategy is optimized to meet program end-goal objectives. The role requires critical interaction/event planning with the Chief Engineers, Strategic Business Unit (SBU) Test Architect, software teams, Program Managers, and SE&TC test teams with a focus on test processes, embedded test, factory operations, and other functions.

Join this team to perform technically challenging assignments which will directly contribute to protecting our nation and our war fighters.

Responsibilities

• Identify and understand technology risks and Raytheon system design concepts supportive of incremental technical maturity/risk mitigation assessments
• Use your experiences to architect TE events and environments which efficiently and effectively utilize models, simulations, test beds, prototypes, and full-scale Engineering Development Models (EDMs) to satisfy development and environmental/qualification objectives and to satisfy an appropriate affordable solution for production
• Assess technology risks and Raytheon system designs to support technical maturity and risk mitigation, using your expertise to design TE events that efficiently leverage models, simulations, prototypes, and EDMs to meet development, qualification, and cost-effective production goals
• Identify and specify additional requirements, as necessary, for capital, contract, and government assets (e.g., Government Labs and Test Ranges)
• Participate in domestic travel as required based on program needs

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline, such as Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics or Math
• Minimum of 10 years of experience with systems engineering, systems verification, validation, integration and test
• Test Strategy & Architecture experience across the entire product lifecycle
• Experience with development, environmental qualifications, production manufacturing, and/or operations testing
• Experience with DoD processes, with focus on the T&E aspects
• Experience managing a team
• Experience with EVMS
• Ability to obtain Final Secret U.S. government issued security clearance prior to start date

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Test Equipment development
• Technical expertise in test methodology for RF systems
• Self-starter and able to manage workload to meet assigned deadlines
• Excellent technical writing and formal presentation experience
• Experience with leading single- or multi-discipline teams of engineers
• Experience with Circuit Card Assemblies (CCA)
• Project management experience
• Advanced degree preferred

Compensation

Salary Range: $132,400 USD - $251,600 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.

Benefits

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
• 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.

Additional Information

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.

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.

Equal Opportunity

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.