Radiation Effects Engineering II

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) match

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

Holidays

Scholar program

Parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Radiation Effects Engineer to derive radiation requirements, lead testing programs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams on CCAs used in mission-critical applications.

The role involves radiation analysis of electronic components, performing radiation tests, and delivering final reports to meet customer specs. A STEM degree and hands-on experience with circuit design and radiation tools are required.

Qualifications

• Experience with designing/analysing digital and analog circuits.
• Experience with Versal DDR4 Single Event Effect testing.
• Ability to develop and deliver presentations to key stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Derive system radiation requirements from environment specs.
• Develop and manage the engineering program and qualification radiation testing efforts.
• Analyze and model radiation data using designated tools (NOVICE, FASTRAD, Pspice).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on CCAs for mission-critical applications.
• Conduct radiation analysis of electronic components per customer requirements.
• Perform radiation testing (Total Dose, Dose rate, Displacement Damage, SEEs) and deliver test reports.
• Provide applications engineering support to IPTs.

Skills

Digital/analog circuit design

Versal DDR4 SE Testing

Presentations to stakeholders

Education

STEM degree

Tools

Radiation transport tools (MCNP/GEANT/NOVICE)

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-11-03 Country: United States of America Location: US-CA-EL SEGUNDO-E01 ~ 2000 E El Segundo Blvd ~ BLDG E01 Position Role Type: Hybrid U.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 clearance Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret Security 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.

The selected candidate will support the Radiation Effects Engineer section which combines multi-disciplined skills ranging from radiation effects and interactions in electronics devices and materials, and radiation environment transport and shielding, with a unique expertise in models and tools. This role requires radiation response testing, modeling and the use of test data to assess hardware designs against the specifications and requirements.

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
• Analyzing 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.

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
• 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms 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.