Radiation Effects Engineering II

RTX; El Segundo (CA); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Employee Scholar Program

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

RTX in El Segundo, CA, is seeking a Radiation Engineer to derive system radiation requirements, support program design, and manage qualification testing in a hybrid role.

The position emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, experience with radiation analysis/testing, and delivering presentations to stakeholders within a DoD context.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) is required.
• Experience with design and/or analysis of digital and analog circuits.
• Experience with radiation test methods including Single Event Effects (SEE) and Total Dose.
• Experience delivering presentations to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Derive system radiation requirements from environment specifications.
• Provide cross-discipline support in program design and system engineering.
• Develop and manage engineering program and qualification radiation testing efforts.
• Analyze and model radiation data using NOVICE, FASTRAD, and PSpice tools.
• Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturers across teams.

Skills

Digital circuit analysis

Analog circuit analysis

FPGA programming

Radiation testing

Presentation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

STEM degree (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics)

Tools

MCNP

GEANT

NOVICE

Pspice

Job description

Date Posted:2026-11-03Country:United States of AmericaLocation:US-CA-EL SEGUNDO-E01 ~ 2000 E El Segundo Blvd ~ BLDG E01Position Role Type:HybridU.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: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 clearanceSecurity Clearance Type:DoD Clearance: SecretSecurity Clearance Status:Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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.

This is a Hybrid role based in El Segundo, CA

What You Will Do

• Derive the system radiation requirements from the environment specifications
• Provide cross discipline support in applying unique skills to program design and system engineers.
• Develop and manage the engineering program and qualification radiation testing efforts
• Anaylizing and Modeling radiation data using Novice, FASTRAD, and Pspice modeling tools
• Gain experience communicating, auditing, and collaborating with suppliers and manufacturers
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on the development of CCAs used in mission-critical applications
• Conduct Radiation analysis of electronic active components according to customer requirements
• Conduct Radiation testing (Total Dose, Dose rate, Displacement Damage, and Single Event Effects) including test planning and delivering final test reports.
• Provide applications engineering support to integrated product teams (IPTs)

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics(STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.
• Experience with design and/or analysis of digital and analog circuits
• Experience with Versal and DDR4 Single Event Effect Test
• Experience developing and delivering presentations (verbal and/or written) to key stakeholders

Qualifications We Prefer

• Knowledge of semiconductor physics
• Proficiency in one or more Radiation transport tools (MCNP, GEANT, NOVICE, etc)
• Proficiency in design and/or analysis of digital and analog circuits
• Proficiency in FPGA programming
• Experience as a Radiation Effects Engineer or similar position

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.

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 75,800 USD - 144,200 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.

• 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.

Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

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 applicati