Certified Test Technician

D.O.M. magazine; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Certified Test Technician in the United States to perform acceptance tests to government specifications on automated and manual test equipment. The role requires protecting sensitive information and maintaining test systems onsite at AR Camden location.

You will diagnose test failures, calibrate equipment, assist in procedures, and support engineers. Eligibility includes active and transferable U.S. government security clearance (Secret) and U.S. citizenship.

Qualifications

• HS diploma (or equivalent) and 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience in manufacturing or operations.
• Active and transferrable final U.S. government security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Perform acceptance test to government specifications on automated and manual test equipment.
• Operate, clean, and maintain rotating and stationary equipment.
• Assist in diagnosing missile and section level test failures for disposition.
• Maintain and calibrate test systems.
• Write and implement new procedures as required.
• Provide testing guidance to new technicians.
• Assist Engineering in design changes and upgrading test systems.
• Ensure proper care of equipment and promote safety and environmental practices.
• Enter technical information into the CMMS for records and preventive maintenance.

Skills

Test equipment maintenance

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

HS diploma

Tools

Maintenance management system

Calibration tools

Job description

Date Posted:2025-09-24Country:United States of AmericaLocation:AR201: 100-H Wilson Road RMS CamdenAR 681 Wilson Road , East Camden, AR, 71701 USAPosition Role Type:OnsiteU.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 clearanceSecurity Clearance: Secret - CurrentAt 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. The Certified Test Technician will perform acceptance test to government specifications on automated and manual test equipment. Analyze/test system level assemblies. Aid test engineers in test instruction creation and failure troubleshooting. Aid metrology in test equipment maintenance and calibration. Work occasionally extended hours or off hours, as needed. Perform normal job requirements of a production assembly technician.

What You Will Do

• Perform acceptance test to government specifications on automated and manual test equipment.
• Operates, cleans, and performs preventative maintenance on rotating and stationary equipment.
• Assist in the diagnoses of missile and section level test failures for disposition and/or rejection.
• Assist in the maintenance and calibration of manual and automated test systems.
• Assist in the writing and implementation of new procedures as required.
• Provide testing guidance to new technicians.
• Assist Engineering in design changes and upgrading of automated and manual test systems.
• Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Enters technical information into computer tracking system for the purpose of record keeping and preventative maintenance; uses a computerized maintenance management system.
• Maintains all required certifications to perform job assignments, which includes maintaining assembly certifications.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D. in the US) or vocational/technical education in related discipline with a minimum of four (4) years of relevant experience.
• Experience working in manufacturing or operations.
• Active and transferrable final U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain program access after start. US citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Associate Degree or at least 1 year of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.Not Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance not available 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. This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm We Are RTXHired 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.