Sr Production Test Engineer

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

Job summary

Raytheon is seeking a Production Test Engineer (PTE) in Texas for a hands-on manufacturing environment. The role emphasizes test process optimization, data analysis, and problem solving across Digital, Analog, and RF systems. You will ensure compliance with the prime hardware's technical data package and support program schedules and cost goals.

The position requires a STEM degree, 5+ years of relevant experience, RF test experience, and U.S. citizenship for security clearance eligibility.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience
• Minimum 2 years experience related to RF test methods, troubleshooting, RF microwave product testing, engineering and or manufacturing
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
• Experience leading cross functional teams while maintaining budget and schedules
• Previous experience reading and interpreting drawings to perform measurements and troubleshoot electronic equipment, and use of test equipment hardware including: Network Analyzers, Data Acquisition (DAQ), DC Power Supplies, Electronic Loads, Oscilloscope, Digital Multimeters, Pulse Generators, and Signal Generators
• Experience with analog/digital power converter design (e.g., flyback, half-bridge, full-bridge, buck, boost) and high-voltage systems (>400V) or high-power systems (>10kW)

Responsibilities

• Provide test engineering support of the manufacturing areas. Interact daily with operations, quality, process/mechanical, and production control regarding most urgent immediate needs in test.
• Observe, analyze, and report test data, perform tests and utilize various engineering drawings, manuals, and other related documentation
• Perform a wide variety of technical efforts including process, test, troubleshoot, and repair Digital, Analog and RF equipment
• Dispositioning non-conforming material using root cause and corrective action analysis and working on corrective action investigations to prevent recurrence
• Assisting with driving Continuous Improvement, including process improvements to improve cycle time, reduce ergonomic risk to assemblers, automate and reduce costs using Core / Six Sigma principles

Skills

RF test methods

Troubleshooting

Test data analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Network Analyzers

Data Acquisition (DAQ)

Oscilloscope

DC Power Supplies

Electronic Loads

Pulse Generators

Signal Generators

Job description

Location

US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WZ ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING Z BLDG

Date Posted

2026-09-28

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

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.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Production Test Engineer (PTE) to join our team. This is a dynamic and visible role where you will leverage your technical expertise, problem-solving abilities, and collaborative skills to ensure the seamless execution of test processes in factory environment.

Production Test Engineers (PTE) are part of a manufacturing team who support the test process through one or more phases of the product life cycle, including product development, transition to production, sustained production, and depot activities. The PTE validates and ensures compliance of the prime hardware to its technical data package requirements. Supports program schedule and cost goals. Perform troubleshooting, data analysis, Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA), and problem solving of test failures. Identifies opportunities to improve efficiency, yields, test time, defect reduction, and test capacity. The PTE serves as the primary authority for the Test Equipment (TE) and, ensuring that all actions and modifications to the TE are appropriate and aligned with operational requirements. They are required to understand how the TE and prime hardware being tested function and interact. As a PTE you will be responsible for optimizing the forward and reverse test flow processes, maintaining test-related documentation, and factory instructions. You will play a key role in ensuring rigorous testing processes and delivering high-quality to our end customers.

What You Will Do

• Provide test engineering support of the manufacturing areas. Interact daily with operations, quality, process/mechanical, and production control (PC) regarding most urgent immediate needs in test.


• Observe, analyze, and report test data, perform tests and utilize various engineering drawings, manuals, and other related documentation


• Perform a wide variety of technical efforts including process, test, troubleshoot, and repair Digital, Analog and RF equipment


• Dispositioning non-conforming material using root cause and corrective action analysis and working on corrective action investigations to prevent recurrence


• Assisting with driving Continuous Improvement, including process improvements to improve cycle time, reduce ergonomic risk to assemblers, automate and reduce costs (both direct and indirect) using Core / Six Sigma principles and data driven decision making

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


• Minimum 2 years experience related to RF test methods, troubleshooting, RF microwave product testing, engineering and or manufacturing


• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience leading cross functional teams while maintaining budget and schedules


• Previous experience reading and interpreting drawings to perform measurements and troubleshoot electronic equipment, and use of test equipment hardware including: Network Analyzers, Data Acquisition (DAQ), DC Power Supplies, Electronic Loads, Oscilloscope, Digital Multimeters, Pulse Generators, and Signal Generators


• Experience with analog/digital power converter design (e.g., flyback, half-bridge, full-bridge, buck, boost) and high-voltage systems (>400V) or high-power systems (>10kW)


• Hands-on experience with circuit types (e.g., TTL, LVDS, I2C, LVTTL) and transformer/inductor designs in power electronics


• Experience developing and maintaining technical documentation (e.g., requirements, test procedures, troubleshooting guides)

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 benefits are not available for this position.

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.

Role type definition

• 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.


• Clearance Information: This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

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.