Senior Linux-Based Systems & Test Engineer Onsite

Raytheon; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 86,800 - 165,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Benefits package

Job summary

RTX in the United States is seeking a skilled engineer to assist in planning, executing, and documenting system integration and test activities for a radar program in a laboratory environment.

You will perform hands-on testing of hardware and software on Linux-based systems, troubleshoot issues with guidance from senior engineers, collaborate across multidisciplinary teams, and help prepare detailed test plans and reports per program requirements.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, Shell scripting, Linux/Unix environments.
• Experience with hardware and/or software testing in an engineering lab.
• Knowledge of networking principles and systems integration/testing.
• Experience with test procedures, test scripts, data analysis, and verification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, executing, and documenting system integration and test activities for a radar program in a laboratory environment.
• Perform hands-on testing and integration of hardware and software, focusing on Linux-based systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system-level issues with guidance from senior engineers.
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to address technical challenges.
• Develop and execute detailed test plans, procedures, and reports per program requirements.
• Support system-level test readiness reviews, test execution, and post-test analysis.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols, quality standards, and program processes.
• Will attend to 5-10% domestic travel as needed.

Skills

MATLAB

Python

Shell scripting

Linux/Unix

Hardware testing

Software testing

Networking

Systems integration

Test procedures

Data analysis

Education

STEM degree

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Data acquisition systems

Job description

Location: US-MA-WOBURN-WB1 ~ 235 Presidential Way ~ SPENCER BLDG

Date Posted: 2026-07-14

Country: United States of America

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: Secret - Current

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do

• Assist in planning, executing, and documenting system integration and test activities for a radar program in a laboratory environment.
• Perform hands-on testing and integration of hardware and software, with a focus on systems running Linux-based operating environments.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system-level issues related to software, hardware, and operating systems under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to identify and address technical challenges.
• Develop and execute detailed test plans, procedures, and reports in accordance with program requirements.
• Support system-level test readiness reviews, test execution, and post-test analysis.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols, quality standards, and program-specific processes.
• Willigness to support 5-10% domestic travel.

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 MATLAB, Python, Shell scripting, Linux, and/or Unix.
• Experience with hardware and/or software testing in an engineering lab environment.
• Experience with networking principles.
• Experience with Systems Integration, test procedures, test plans, test scripts, data analysis, and/or verification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with test equipment and tools such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and data acquisition systems.
• Experience working with X-Band radar systems.
• Knowledge of electronic hardware configuration and installation, software installations on hardware devices, network configurations, operations of software in String/HWIL facility
• Knowledge of RF systems, radar signal processing, and real-time systems.
• Practical knowledge of system security concepts and tools in Linux environments.

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance available

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• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.
• Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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.

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.

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