Far Field Range Execution Lead

Prattwhitney; Portsmouth (RI); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) match

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

Job summary

Raytheon Missiles & Defense in Portsmouth, RI seeks a Far Field Range Execution Lead to build and lead a new test execution team, following an immersive rotation in Andover, MA to learn LTAMDS array behavior and Near Field testing. The role requires leadership in RF subsystem testing, phased array analysis, and EVMS-capable project management, with security clearance eligibility due to DoD requirements.

Onsite at US facilities with extensive collaboration across engineering and operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Systems, Mechanical, Physics, Math or related STEM field.
• 8+ years engineering experience with leadership responsibilities.
• Experience with Near and Far Field range testing.
• Experience with RF subsystems development, integration, test and production support.
• Strong background in phased array analysis and signal processing (Matlab & Linux).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance (U.S. citizenship required).

Responsibilities

• Participate in structured rotation in Andover, MA to learn LTAMDS array functionality and Near Field test processes.
• Apply Near Field knowledge to Far Field test execution.
• Stand up, train, and lead a new Portsmouth, RI Far Field Range execution team.
• Prepare the Portsmouth site for operation by partnering with Andover test engineering.
• Serve as independent execution lead for Far Field Range and array-level readiness activities.
• Own Far Field Range products associated with array testing and delivery.
• Execute to plan the phased array testing on multiple simultaneous Far Field ranges.
• Lead multi-discipline teams and convey technical status to the program.
• Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and Software Engineering.
• Support development, integration, production, and proposals.
• Apply EVMS methodologies and support capital planning.

Skills

Phased array analysis

Signal processing

Matlab

Linux

Leadership

RF testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

RF test equipment

Lab equipment

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-13 Country: United States of America Location: US-RI-PORTSMOUTH-PS1 ~ 1847 W Main Rd ~ NIMITZ 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: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

At Raytheon Missiles & Defense, you have the opportunity to try new things and make a bigger difference across a broader end-to-end solution, a richer technology and product set, an expanded range of disciplines, a growing global footprint and a more diverse team of colleagues and customers.

The Far Field Range Execution Lead is a key member of the LTAMDS Array IPT responsible for the planning, execution, and delivery of RF hardware and array-level test operations. This role begins with an immersive rotation in Andover, MA, learning LTAMDS array behavior and Near Field testing, side by side with existing team during the next LTAMDS build. The knowledge gained will directly support leadership of Far Field Range activities in Portsmouth, RI, including building a new test execution team and getting the site ready by partnering with test engineering.

What You Will Do

• Participate in structured rotation in Andover, MA to learn LTAMDS array functionality and Near Field test processes.
• Apply Near Field knowledge to Far Field test execution.
• Stand up, train, and lead a new Portsmouth, RI Far Field Range execution team.
• Prepare the Portsmouth site for operation by partnering with Andover test engineering.
• Serve as independent execution lead for Far Field Range and array-level readiness activities.
• Own Far Field Range products associated with array testing and delivery.
• Execute to plan the phased array testing on multiple simultaneous Far Field ranges.
• Lead multi-discipline teams and convey technical status to the program.
• Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and Software Engineering.
• Support development, integration, production, and proposals.
• Apply EVMS methodologies and support capital planning.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Math, or related STEM field.
• Minimum 8 years of engineering experience with leadership responsibilities.
• Experience with Near and Far Field range testing.
• Experience with development, integration, test, and production support of RF subsystems.
• Strong background in phased array analysis and signal processing (Matlab & Linux).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance (U.S. citizenship required).

We Value

• Prior IPT lead experience
• Test Plan Development Management of capital projects
• Experience in design, test, and sell-off of military systems
• Experience with RCCA, FRACAS, MRB, PCB, and CCB processes
• Experience leading hardware subsystem development activities
• Experience managing cost and schedule using EVMS
• Master’s degree in STE

The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 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

• 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

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.

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.