Systems Integration and Test Engineer

Date Posted: 2026-01-21
Country: United States of America
Location: US-CO-AURORA-S75 ~ 16800 E Centretech Pkwy ~ BLDG S75
Position Role 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
• Security Clearance Type: TS/SCI without Polygraph
• Security Clearance Status: 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 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.

Raytheon is seeking a Systems Integration and Test Engineer to work in a collaborative, iterative development environment. Raytheon develops world-class satellite ground systems and counters national security threats through cyber solutions. In Systems Integration and Test (SI&T) we integrate, verify, and validate our products and your knowledge with regards developing plans and procedures, debugging and evaluating system functions and interfaces, developing test environments, and working hand-in-hand with our integration teams and customers will be put to good use.

What You Will Do

• Collaborate within an Agile product team to deliver tangible, value-added work products that meet program objectives
• Maintain a systems-level perspective, ensuring operational end goals are kept in focus throughout the program's execution
• Conduct integration and regression activities as a member of an Agile Product Team, culminating in customer demonstrations at the end of each sprint
• Identify technical issues during software and hardware integration; collaborate with fellow engineers to drive solutions to closure
• Troubleshoot and debug technical issues
• Work within a closed area lab in Aurora, Colorado

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years prior relevant experience
• Experience with systems integration and test for software products in an Agile, CI/CD environment, including regression testing, test scripting, and/or test automation tools
• Experience troubleshooting and debugging software-based systems or products
• Active and transferable U.S. government-issued DOD TS/SCI clearance required prior to the start date
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a Satellite Ground System development or operations environment
• Experience with ground station and satellite domains (e.g., terrestrial data networking, command and telemetry, launch operations, flight dynamics, mission planning, on-orbit operations)
• Experience with customers and external partners, fostering collaboration and alignment
• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and digital engineering/test methodologies
• Experience with Atlassian tools such as Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket
• Experience in Test Automation tools such as Cucumber, Beehave, Gherkin, and Zephyr
• Experience in Java, C++, Matlab, Rust, Python, and familiarity with Linux operating systems and cloud environments (AWS certification is a plus)

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
• 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
• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position

Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under 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.

Compensation

Salary Range: $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.

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.
• More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm
• Location info: Aurora, CO: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-aurora-co-location

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

About RTX

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.