Position Overview

Date Posted: 2026-02-02
Country: United States of America
Location: US-MS-FOREST-430 ~ 19859 Hwy 80 ~ BLDG 430
Position Role Type: Onsite
Salary Range: $107,500 USD - $204,500 USD

Security Clearance Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required
• DoD Clearance: Secret
• Active and existing security clearance required after 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.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Lead Test Engineer to support subassembly and system testing efforts for the Forest MS Production Factory as part of a large radar program. In this critical role, you will be responsible for overseeing and advancing test operations in the box factory and tracking test trends in system integration to ensure the production of high-quality radar systems that meet all program requirements. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive technical excellence and ensure program success within a production environment.

This position is onsite at Raytheon's Forest, MS facility. This job is posted as ONSITE, and employees 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of subassembly testing efforts within the Forest MS Factory for AAS Production, Development and Sustainment
• Monitor system-level test performance to identify trends within the Forest MS Production Factory
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues encountered during testing, working closely with design, manufacturing, and quality teams
• Drive efficiency and effectiveness in test processes, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing solutions
• Ensure proper configuration and calibration of test equipment, tools, and facilities
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to test engineers and technicians, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation
• Maintain and update technical documentation, including test reports, engineering change requests, and troubleshooting guides
• Support program reviews, serving as the primary technical liaison for Forest Engineering activities
• Ensure compliance with RTX lifecycle program management (RLPM), Checkpoint Gated Process requirements, and applicable standards

Required Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) and minimum 8 years of relevant experience
• Experience with radar systems, subassembly testing and/or system-level testing
• Experience with automated and/or manual test equipment, troubleshooting, and/or diagnostics
• Leadership experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in testing, integration, or production support within the aerospace, defense, or related industry
• Previous experience supporting large-scale radar programs or similar complex systems
• Familiarity with production environments and manufacturing processes
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Proficiency in test data analysis tools (e.g., MATLAB, LabVIEW) and test management systems
• Master's degree in Engineering

Benefits

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 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

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.

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

Additional Information

• Not relocation eligible – relocation assistance not available
• This position requires ability to obtain a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process
• 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
• 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
• 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

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.

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.