Sr Test and Validation Engineer - 4th Shift

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Raytheon in Andover, Massachusetts, seeks a skilled individual for a 4th shift role in hardware testing. Responsibilities include supporting test and troubleshooting of RF and digital hardware, analyzing data, and assisting manufacturing operators.

Ideal candidates possess a Bachelor's degree in STEM and at least 5 years of relevant experience, with a focus on hands-on hardware testing. A competitive salary range from $86,800 to $165,200 per year reflects the level of expertise required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• 5+ years of hands-on hardware testing experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support test and troubleshooting of RF and digital hardware for missile effectors.
• Develop and maintain test procedures while analyzing data for root cause.
• Assist manufacturing operators in testing and troubleshooting production hardware.

Skills

Hardware testing experience

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting RF and digital hardware

Statistical analysis techniques

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

LabVIEW

MATLAB

C

Linux

Job description

Location: US-MA-ANDOVER-AN1 ~ 350 Lowell St ~ AN1 ESSEX BLDG

Shift and Compensation

This is a 4th shift position working 12‑hour shifts from Friday to Sunday plus 4 hours worked within the week, which includes an 8% shift premium. Salary range: $86,800 – $165,200 per year.

Responsibilities

• Support test and troubleshooting of RF, IF, Microwave, Analog and Digital hardware for various missile effectors.
• Work closely with Operations and other engineering disciplines including Product Design, Test Development and Manufacturing Engineering.
• Interpret test requirements, develop and maintain test procedures, and document test practices.
• Analyze data to drive issues to root cause.
• Generate Change Requests (CRs) on technical issues relating to the production test process.
• Develop and execute improvement projects to increase first‑pass yield.
• Engage with Design and Test Development teams to solve issues impacting production.
• Ensure hardware requirements are met and processes are followed.
• Assist manufacturing operators in testing & troubleshooting of production hardware.
• Support production test on multiple functional test platforms.
• Travel as required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) and minimum 5 years of relevant experience.
• 5+ years of hardware testing experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government‑issued security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• RF, analog and digital test / troubleshooting skills.
• Sound understanding of statistical analysis techniques.
• Demonstrated success working in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Software skills (LabVIEW, MATLAB, C, Linux) are a plus.
• Active SECRET clearance.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term & 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 (subject to business unit).
• Annual incentive compensation programs (if applicable).
• Relocation assistance is not available.
• Values include Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration and Innovation.

Employment Type and Work Environment

The role is onsite; candidates may be required to attend select interview steps in person. The position is U.S.-based; compensation will be applicable to U.S. territories as well.

EEO 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.