Radar Systems Engineer – DoD-Cleared, Lab Test

RTX; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Principal Systems Integration & Test Engineer in San Diego, CA to support radar capabilities. You will perform hands-on testing, integrate hardware and software, and troubleshoot complex issues in a Linux-based lab.

The role requires a STEM degree with 8+ years experience, MATLAB/Python scripting, and strong systems engineering skills. Expect travel up to 15%, with a focus on safety and quality in a defense context.

Qualifications

• Requires STEM degree and 8+ years of experience.
• Experience in systems engineering, data analysis, integration, verification, validation and/or testing.
• Proficiency with MATLAB, Python, Perl, Shell scripting, Linux/Unix.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, document system integration and test activities for a radar program.
• Perform hands-on hardware/software testing in Linux environments.
• Troubleshoot system-level issues with guidance from senior engineers.
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to resolve technical challenges.
• Develop and execute detailed test plans and reports.
• Support test readiness reviews, execution and post-test analysis.
• Ensure safety, quality standards, and program processes.
• Willing to travel up to 15% domestically and internationally.

Skills

STEM degree

Systems engineering

MATLAB

Python

Shell scripting

Linux

Unix

Networking

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Data acquisition systems

JIRA

Confluence

Test lab equipment

Job description

RTX is seeking a Principal Systems Integration & Test Engineer in San Diego, CA to support radar capabilities. You will perform hands-on testing, integrate hardware and software, and troubleshoot complex issues in a Linux-based lab.

The role requires a STEM degree with 8+ years experience, MATLAB/Python scripting, and strong systems engineering skills. Expect travel up to 15%, with a focus on safety and quality in a defense context.