Principal Test and Validation Engineer

Prattwhitney; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX, based in Arlington, Virginia, is seeking an experienced engineer to develop Manufacturing Data Packages and support test hardware/software in production environments. You will collaborate with test engineers, troubleshoot processes, and maintain test equipment to ensure quality and efficiency.

The role requires a STEM degree with extensive hardware testing experience, the ability to interpret schematics, and eligibility for a U.S. government security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM with related experience.
• 5+ years of hardware testing experience preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop Manufacturing Data Packages (MDPs) including test instructions and labor standards.
• Collaborate with test development engineers on hardware/software.
• Support manufacturing with process troubleshooting and maintenance of test equipment.
• Disposition non-conforming material with root cause analysis.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce costs and cycle time.

Skills

Hardware testing

Schematic interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Test equipment knowledge

Job description

About RTX

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.

What You Will Do

• Developing Manufacturing Data Packages (MDPs) including test instructions, workflow/routing, labor standards, tool, and fixture designs.
• Working with test development engineers on new or existing test hardware and software.
• Supporting manufacturing areas with process troubleshooting, incorporation of engineering changes into the MDP, providing technical support to testing of production hardware and maintenance of test equipment.
• Dispositioning non‑conforming material with root cause and corrective action analysis as required.
• Driving Continuous Improvement to improve cycle time, reduce ergonomic risk, automate, reduce costs (both direct and indirect) using CORE principles and data driven decision making.
• Tool/fixture development to drive ergonomics into processes.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) and a minimum 8 years of prior relevant experience.
• 5+ years of hardware testing.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Knowledge and ability to apply RTX CORE principles and techniques.
• Test requirements interpretation, schematic diagram interpretation, knowledge of operating commercial test equipment for test and troubleshooting.
• Demonstrated hands‑on electronics aptitude.
• Ability to work in a team environment and manage small team.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Active DoD Secret clearance.
• Experience with Refurbishment and Repair requirements and processing of Government Furnished Material (GFM) or Equipment (GFE).

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 assistance is not available.

Compensation

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.

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.

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.