Radar Systems Test Engineer

Raytheon; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Eligibility

Job summary

Raytheon in El Segundo, CA is seeking an engineer to write requirements and design, integrate and qualify Special Test Equipment for Radar systems.

You will work onsite with the Radar Systems Engineering group, performing integration and test activities, and contributing to qualification efforts. A DoD Secret clearance is required or eligible, with 5-25% travel.

Relocation eligibility may be considered and RTX offers comprehensive benefits as described in the posting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related STEM obtained by summer 2027.
• Experience in Radio Frequency (RF) Engineering.
• Experience using CAD software such as Creo, OrCAD or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Write Requirements for Test Equipment.
• Design and create Drawings for Test Equipment using CAD tools.
• Checkout Panels and Cables.
• Integration, test and sell-off of Special Test Equipment (STE) with Radar Hardware.
• Assist with the Qualification and development testing of the Radar Systems.
• Travel is required 5-25% of the time, both domestically and International.

Skills

RF Engineering

CAD Creo/OrCAD

Electrical Engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related STEM

Tools

Creo

OrCAD

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-25

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CA-EL SEGUNDO-R01 ~ 2000 E Imperial Hwy ~ BLDG R01

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, 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.

Join the Radar System Special Test Equipment group within the Raytheon Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities center where you will be expected to create requirements, design, integrate and sell-off test equipment used for development and production of the Raytheon Radar systems.

What You Will Do

• Write Requirements for Test Equipment
• Design and create Drawings for Test Equipment using Computer Aided Design (CAD) tools
• Checkout Panels and Cables
• Integration, test and sell-off of Special Test Equipment (STE) with Radar Hardware
• Assis with the Qualification and development testing of the Radar Systems
• Travel is required 5-25% of the time, both domestically and International

What You Will Learn

• The Systems Engineering life cycle, including conceptual design, requirement definition, system design, sub system verification, integration, acceptance and deployment of complex Radar systems.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) obtained by summer 2027.
• Experience in Radio Frequency (RF) Engineering
• Experience using computer aided design (CAD) software such as Creo, OrCAD or equivalent.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
• Programming experience in Python and MATLAB
• Experience in digital signal processing, real-time embedded software and Field Programmable Gate Array development
• Prior internship, co-op, or work experience

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.
• Relocation Eligibility

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 62,900 USD - 119,700 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.