Sr. Test & Validation Engineer

Raytheon; Forest (MS); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Raytheon Forest Consolidated Manufacturing Center (CMC) seeks a Sr. Test & Validation Engineer to support electronics test and evaluate test processes and equipment. You will collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure hardware meets specifications and to develop robust test methods.

You will train technicians and junior engineers, translate complex data into actionable slides, and participate in process improvement, with travel likely <10%. Onsite in Forest, MS, supporting DoD-related programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM and 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Root cause analysis and resolution of test failures.
• Strong troubleshooting and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Test Procedures.
• Work with RF systems and test equipment.
• Analyze test data and verify hardware meets specs.
• Maintain STE and replacement planning.
• Create clear, concise slides from complex data.
• Train technicians on procedures and troubleshooting.
• Mentor entry level Test Engineers on processes.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electronic/Electrical/CS

Tools

Automated Test Systems

RF test equipment

Optical fiber in comms

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-25

Country: United States of America

Location: US-MS-FOREST-425 ~ 19859 Hwy 80 ~ BLDG 425

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: 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

Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

At RTX, the world 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 brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do:

The Manufacturing Engineering organization is seeking a motivated Sr. Test & Validation Engineer to support the Raytheon Forest Consolidated Manufacturing Center (CMC).

As a Sr. Test & Validation Engineer, you’ll work within production operations and the manufacturing discipline and will partner with a multi-disciplined team of engineers to support electronics test and evaluate test processes, special test equipment, data analysis tools and test requirements.

If you’re self-motivated and thrive working with multi-disciplined teams who are committed to innovation and pushing the boundaries of technology, then this might be the perfect job!

Your responsibilities may also include:

• Developing and maintaining Test Procedures
• Working with RF systems (circuits and test equipment)
• Analyzing test data and / or determining if hardware meets specification
• Maintaining related STE (Special Test Equipment) and specifying replacement equipment when required (obsolescence)
• Transforming complex information and data into clear, concise and visually engaging slides
• Training technicians to use Test Procedures and providing written directions for troubleshooting instruction
• Training entry level Test Engineers on test process

Some travel may be required (typically less than 10%)

This job is posted as ONSITE and is located at Raytheon’s Forest, MS facility.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically Requires a Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) and minimum 5 years of relevant experience
• Root cause analysis and / or resolution of test failures (hardware and test environment)

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electronic Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering or Computer Science / Computer Engineering
• Experience diagnosing and isolating technical issues with test equipment and production hardware
• Experience interpreting product specifications and requirements
• Experience with use of optical fiber in communication systems
• Experience with modern Automated Test Systems for electronics
• Experience performing analysis of technical data
• Experience with RF circuits and test equipment

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.

Not Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance not available

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.