Principal Software Integration and Test Engineer

Raytheon; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

Raytheon in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Principal Software Integration and Test Engineer to support the Patriot program’s Tactical Command System (TCS) and Battery Command Post (BCP). This onsite role is based in Huntsville, AL.

Applicants must have a STEM degree with 8+ years of relevant experience and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance. The position emphasizes hands-on integration, testing, and collaboration with government customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher in STEM with 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with Patriot or similar integrated weapon systems.
• Proficient with Wireshark, FTP, and Linux/Unix environments.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Perform integration and test activities for Patriot TCS and BCP programs.
• Participate in peer reviews; interface with customer and team members.
• Support SIR and STR documentation and identify changes.
• Travel to Patriot Sites and support testing; onsite presence required.

Skills

Integration and Test

Security clearance

SIR/STR documentation

Travel readiness

Onsite work

Patriot knowledge

Education

STEM degree + 8+ years experience

Tools

Wireshark

FTP

Linux/Unix

Job description

Location: US-AL-HUNTSVILLE-401 ~ 401 Jan Davis Dr NW ~ JAN DAVIS 401

Date Posted: 2026-08-12

Country: United States of America

Location: US-AL-HUNTSVILLE-401 ~ 401 Jan Davis Dr NW ~ JAN DAVIS 401

Position Role Type: Unspecified

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: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

As a Principal Software Integration and Test Engineer, you will support the integration and testing of the Patriot program for the Tactical Command System (TCS), Battery Command Post (BCP) program. This is an onsite role based in Huntsville, AL.

What You Will Do

• Perform Integration and Test engineering activities in support of the Patriot program for the Tactical Command System (TCS), Battery Command Post (BCP).
• Participate in peer reviews, interfacing with, and providing support to the customer and other team members.
• Support SIR and STR documentation and identify the changes and deletions for impacts.
• Travel to and from Patriot Sites in support of testing.
• Travel two or three times a year will be required.
• This position requires exclusive onsite presence.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.

Experience with Integration and Test or Verification and Validation.

• Experience with Patriot or Similar Product Line. (Example: Communication Link Architecture, Major End Items for Patriot (Tactical Command System (TCS), Battery Command Post (BCP).
• Experience with the following tools: Wireshark and File Transfer Protocol (FTP).
• Experience with Linux/Unix operating system.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued secret security clearance is required prior to start. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Active Secret security clearance.
• Experience with reviewing and understanding Technical Data Packages.
• Excellent communication, organization and investigative skills.
• Experience with Interoperability Engineering System (IES)
• Defense Planner knowledge.
• Understanding of Battle Space Design.

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.

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.

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, 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.