Radio Frequency Test Engineer

globalhr; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

Raytheon’s Electronic Warfare Systems in Goleta, CA seeks an RF Production Test Engineer to design, develop, and validate advanced testing for EW and RWR products. You will build automated test solutions, troubleshoot hardware, and optimize test processes in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

Learn foundational RF testing, automation with LabVIEW and Python, and gain exposure to ATE station design while contributing to cutting-edge defense technology on site in Goleta.

Qualifications

• STEM degree required with at least 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in test engineering, automation, and validation processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute automated test systems and validation procedures.
• Troubleshoot hardware and provide work instructions.
• Participate in reducing test time and improving processes.
• Develop test flows and support test capacity analysis.
• Maintain test equipment data packages and software.
• Assist in fault isolation, diagnosis and repair.
• Support root cause investigations with data and charts.

Skills

Test Engineering

Test Automation

Electronic Equipment Control

Test Validation

RF knowledge

Data analysis

Troubleshooting

Education

STEM degree

Tools

NI LabVIEW

Python

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-21

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CA-GOLETA-H02 ~ 6380 Hollister Ave ~ BLDG H02

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: Active and existing security clearance required on 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.

Are you ready to be a key player in shaping cutting-edge electronic warfare systems? As a RadioFrequency (RF) Production Test Engineer (PTE) at Raytheon’s Electronic Warfare Systems in sunny Goleta, CA, you’ll have the opportunity to design, develop, and validate advanced testing solutions for our state-of-the-art Electronic Warfare (EW) and Radar Warning Receiver (RWR) products.

What You Will Do

• Assist in the development and execution of automated test systems and validation procedures.
• Troubleshoot and provide accurate work instructions for the product hardware.
• Participate in projects to reduce test time, improve the test process through analysis of predictive metrics of trends, failure modes, and test yields.
• Develop test flows and contribute to test capacity analysis.
• Maintain changes to the test equipment technical data package which includes drawings, test instructions, test position manuals, and system software.
• Assist in non-routine fault isolation, diagnosis and repair of the product or test equipment.
• Support root cause and corrective action investigations and present findings, utilizing fault trees and knowledge point plans.

What You Will Learn

• Develop foundational skills in Radio Frequency (RF) testing, automation, and system validation while working with industry-leading tools like NI LabVIEW and Python.
• Gain exposure to automated test engineer (ATE) test station design and Radio Frequency (RF) characterization.
• Build your expertise in debugging and analyzing electronic systems within a collaborative and impactful environment.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience in Test Engineering, Test Automation, Electronic Equipment Control, or Test Validation.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Familiarity with Radio Frequency (RF) components and specifications.
• Basic knowledge or experience with tools such as NI LabVIEW and/or Python programming.
• Experience with hands‑on hardware integration and troubleshooting.
• Experience in Manufacturing environment.
• Experience with technical writing.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience with interpretation of technical documentation, Experience with data analysis.
• Exposure to automated equipment control and test automation tools.
• Basic experience in developing or executing validation and test procedures.
• Knowledge of electronic testing of Radio Frequency (RF) based systems, including the use of basic test equipment such as power supplies, oscilloscopes, and spectrum analyzers.

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.

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.

The salary range for this role is 95,500 USD - 181,700 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.

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