Senior Electrical Engineer - Test Automation

Prattwhitney; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Raytheon is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer - Test Automation to design, develop, and integrate System Test Equipment for complex RF/microwave products. You will support hardware/software design, create data packages, and test circuits from baseband to mmWave in a fast-paced setting.

Requirements include a STEM degree and 5+ years in STE, with experience in C/C++, MATLAB, LabVIEW, Python, and RF test equipment. U.S. citizenship and security clearance eligibility are required.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the design, development, and integration of STE for complex electrical products, including test software development.
• Experience with RF test equipment and software tools such as those listed (C, C++, MATLAB, LabVIEW, Python, LabWindows/CVI, NI TestStand).

Responsibilities

• Support hardware and software design and equipment selections, develop Special Test Equipment, conduct testing and integration, and support production and post-production phases.
• Create and present technical data packages for program management during design reviews.
• Test high frequency circuits from baseband to millimeter wave.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, production-driven environment.
• Travel to vendor and subcontractor locations as needed.

Skills

C/C++

MATLAB

Python

LabVIEW

LabWindows/CVI

NI TestStand

Visual C

Education

Bachelor's degree (STEM)

Tools

Git

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-06 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: 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. Raytheon is looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer- Test Automation with a proven track record in the design, development, and integration of System Test Equipment (STE) for complex RF and Microwave products, including associated test software.

What You Will Do

• Support Hardware and Software design and equipment selections, develop Special Test Equipment (including validation & certification), conduct testing and integration, and see the product development through production & post-production technical support phases
• Create and present technical data packages for program management during regularly scheduled meetings as well as various design reviews
• Test high frequency circuits ranging from baseband to millimeter wave
• This role requires the ability to thrive in a fast- paced, production- driven environment.
• Travel to vendor and subcontractor locations will be required on occasion.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the design, development, and integration of STE for complex electrical products, including test software development.
• Experience with software tools such as C, C++, Visual C, MATLAB, LabVIEW, Python, LabWindows/CVI, NI TestStand, or comparable platforms.
• Experience with RF Test equipment such as network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, scalar analyzers, signal generators, noise-figure meters, Data Acquisition Systems (DAQ), oscilloscopes, and/or power meters.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance post-start is required.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience in the design, testing, troubleshooting, and failure analysis of Microwave Integrated Circuits (MICs), Integrated Microwave Assemblies (IMAs), Radio Frequency Assemblies (RFAs), and/or RF Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs) across L-Band to Ku-Band frequencies.
• Familiarity with version control software such as Git
• Ability to interpret customer requirements and translate them into test specifications.
• Ability to analyze and troubleshoot test equipment efficiently and accurately.
• Experience in testing, troubleshooting, and failure analysis of RF/Microwave components, circuits, and products such as LNAs, Power Amplifiers, Phase-Locked-Loops (PLLs), Mixers, and/or Filters

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 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.
• 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.

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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.