Senior Systems Test Engineer

Socket.dev; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Eligible

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Systems Test Engineer III in Plano, TX, to join a development team delivering a complex system of systems. You will operate radar test equipment, work with the team, and communicate with engineers involved in testing to ensure specifications are met.

Ideal candidates have a STEM degree with 5+ years of system integration experience, and hold an active DoD Top Secret clearance. Relocation and a comprehensive benefits package are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM and 5 years of related experience with system integration and troubleshooting.
• Ability to work 1st and 2nd shifts to meet program requirements.
• Active and transferable DoD Top Secret security clearance and U.S. citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Operate radar test equipment and assist in system test execution to meet specifications.
• Collaborate with team and leadership on test activities.
• Communicate daily with the test team and other engineers involved in testing.
• Maintain a systems-level perspective during integration, verification and validation.
• Analyze system problems and relay issues to the engineering team.

Skills

System integration

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Tools

Radar test equipment

Linux/UNIX

Scripting

Microsoft Office

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-09-21

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-TX-PLANO-465 ~ 465 Independence Pkwy ~ INDEPENDENCE

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: Top Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

At RTX, the world's 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 Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities (SE&TC) is seeking a Systems Test Engineer III with experience in system integration. This role will be part of a development team responsible for delivering a complex system of systems to the customer.

What You Will Do

• Operate Radar test equipment and assist in system test execution ensuring the system meets specifications
• Work closely with the team and leadership
• Communicate daily with the test team as well as other engineers associated with test
• Maintain a systems-level perspective while supporting integration, verification, and validation activities
• Analyze system problems and communicate issues to the engineering team

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience with system integration and troubleshooting
• Flexibility to work 1st and 2nd shift to meet program requirements.
• Active and transferable U.S. government issuedDoDTopSecret security clearance isrequiredprior to start date. U.S. citizenship isrequired, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer

• Advanced degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM preferred)
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of radar systems operation
• Experience in scripting
• Linux or UNIX

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 for this position

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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.