Senior Range RF Test Systems Engineer –Test Software

RTX; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX in McKinney, TX is seeking an onsite Senior Range RF Test Systems Engineer to join the Test Equipment Engineering (TEE) directorate.

You will design, integrate, and validate antenna test range hardware/software for multiple production programs, collaborating across hardware, software, and program teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM required with 5+ years of experience, or advanced degree with 3+ years of experience.
• Experience developing and deploying test software solutions in C#, CVI, C, C++, and/or MATLAB; experience with code review tools.
• Experience automating RF test equipment control (e.g., vector network analyzers, signal generators, spectrum analyzers).
• Experience creating test plans and sequences for RF measurements using NI TestStand or MATLAB.
• Experience supporting a production test environment with strong troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Work with hardware, software, and program engineers to design and develop test software solutions for production testing.
• Implement system software engineering best practices in planning, development, and execution of scope, schedule, and budget.
• Implement best-practice standards for planning and coordinating design activities with engineering discipline and leadership.
• Effectively communicate technical information in formal design reviews.
• Provide hands-on support to product testing in an engineering test environment.
• Share knowledge and mentor other engineers on the team.
• Support the Section Manager in achieving RF Technologies department goals.

Skills

C#

CVI

C

C++

MATLAB

TestStand

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Advanced degree in STEM

Tools

NI TestStand

MATLAB

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-08-28

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WZS ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WZS BLDG

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:

Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

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 position is 100% on site in McKinney, TX

We have an exciting opportunity for an onsite Senior Range RF Test Systems Engineer to join our Test Equipment Engineering (TEE) directorate in McKinney, Texas. TEE is a multi-discipline organization responsible for contributing to the development of test solutions for all RTX products. Typical work involves designing interface assemblies, selection and integration with test instruments and environments, to develop a test system for all RTX products including both lab engineering and factory production test systems.

The Senior Range RF Test Systems Engineer will be responsible for the design development, integration and validation of antenna test range hardware and software solutions for multiple production programs.

What You Will Do:

• Work with hardware, software, and program engineers to design and develop test software solutions for production testing
• Implement system software engineering best practices in planning, development, and execution of scope, schedule, and budget
• Implement best practice standards regarding the planning, coordination, and execution of design activities with sound engineering process discipline and leadership
• Effectively communicate technical information in formal design review settings
• Provide hands‑on support to product testing within an engineering test environment
• Share knowledge and provide mentoring to other engineers on the team
• Support the Section Manager in the execution of the RF Technologies department goals

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 3 years of prior experience
• Experience successfully developing and deploying test software solutions in C#, CVI, C, C++, and/or MATLAB, with experience in using code review tools
• Experience automating RF test equipment control (e.g. vector network analyzers, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, etc.)
• Experience creating test plans and sequences for RF measurements using NI Test Stand or MATLAB
• Experience supporting a production test environment with critical troubleshooting skills
• 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.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Critical thinking, problem-solving and analytical skills
• Experience in executing projects through the software development life cycle, while managing budgets and timelines for their projects

  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.

  This position requires onsite work in McKinney, TX: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-north-texas-location

  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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