Sr. Production Test Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Incentive programs

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney in McKinney, TX is seeking a Production Test Engineer to lead test activities in a manufacturing setting. The role requires RF test experience, problem solving, and collaboration with operations and quality teams to ensure reliable test processes.

Applicants should have a STEM degree and 5+ years in related roles; active DoD clearance or ability to obtain clearance is required. The position is onsite with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in STEM and a minimum of 5 years of experience.
• Minimum 2 years experience related to RF test methods and RF testing.
• Experience reading and interpreting drawings and RF measurements.
• Active security clearance or ability to obtain clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide test engineering support of manufacturing areas with daily interaction with operations and QA.
• Observe, analyze, and report test data using drawings and manuals.
• Troubleshoot and repair Digital, Analog and RF equipment as needed.
• Disposition non-conforming material using root cause analysis and CAPA investigations.
• Support CI efforts to reduce cycle time and costs using Six Sigma and data-driven decisions.

Skills

RF test methods

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Network Analyzers

Data Acquisition (DAQ)

DC Power Supplies

Spectrum Analyzer

Oscilloscope

Power Meters

Digital Multimeters

Pulse Generators

Signal Generators

Attenuators

RF Amplifiers

Couplers

Power Dividers

RF Switches

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-18 Country: United States of America Location: US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WZ ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING Z 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. 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.

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.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience reading and interpreting drawings to perform measurements and troubleshoot electronic equipment.
• Experience of RF measurements including: S-parameters, Noise Figure, Third order Intercept, Phase Error, Return loss, Compression, Gain, Insertion Loss, VSWR.
• Experience of the use and functionality of Test Equipment and hardware including: Network Analyzers, Data Acquisition (DAQ), DC Power Supplies, Spectrum Analyzer, Oscilloscope, Power Meters, Digital Multimeters, Pulse Generators, Signal Generators, Attenuators, RF Amplifiers, Couplers, power dividers, RF Switches.
• Active and existing security clearance.

What We Offer

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD.

• 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.

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.

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.

Role Type Definition

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.

Company Values

At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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.

Company Background

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.