Sr Test & Validation Engineer (2nd Shift)

Prattwhitney; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Senior Engineer, Test & Validation for its Onsite team in Andover, MA. You will lead the development and optimization of automated test processes for high-volume production, applying RF testing, data analysis, and RCCA to improve yields and reduce downtime.

You will collaborate with multiple functions to implement scalable test environments, document test standards, and mentor junior engineers. Onsite role with competitive RTX benefits and relocation considerations.

Qualifications

• Requires STEM degree and 5+ years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 3+ years.
• Experience with RF testing and data analysis in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Focus on strategies to enhance production efficiency, optimize testing methodologies and maintain high-quality standards.
• Resolve production issues quickly and reduce downtime through expert test knowledge.
• Develop robust, scalable test systems in collaboration with engineering teams.
• Provide technical troubleshooting for hardware testing and defect resolution.
• Analyze production test data to ensure compliance and drive improvements.
• Maintain up-to-date test documentation and standards.

Skills

RF testing

Data analysis

Root cause analysis

Test automation

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree (MS/PhD)

Tools

TestStand

LabVIEW

Power Meters

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum Analyzers

Network Analyzers

PRISM

PDM

CMES

Microsoft Office

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-29 Country: United States of America Location: US-MA-ANDOVER-AN3 ~ 354 Lowell St ~ AN3 SUFFOLK 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: 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 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.

This is a second shift level 3 position (Senior Engineer, Test & Validation) – Integrated Test Automation System for High Volume Production. Test and Validation Engineers develop and improve test processes analyzing product specifications to determine appropriate designs and processes to support customer requirements. You would apply your knowledge and skills to develop, test, modify, and create solutions through a collaborative effort with various teams and provide technical direction for the test and troubleshooting of complex electronic assemblies and test equipment. If you are interested and passionate about what you could accomplish here, we would love to hear from you.

What You Will Do

Focused on strategies to enhance production efficiency, optimize testing methodologies, and maintain high-quality standards through collaboration and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Leveraging Expertise: Utilize in-depth product and test equipment knowledge to resolve production issues quickly and reduce downtime
• Scalable Test Environments: Develop robust, scalable test systems, collaborating with test equipment maintenance and engineering teams to ensure reliability and implement improvements
• Technical Support: Provide technical troubleshooting for hardware testing and support defect resolution through root cause analysis (RCCA) and corrective measures to prevent recurrence
• Data-Driven Insights: Analyze production test data to ensure compliance, identify trends, and drive process and testing strategy improvements
• Documentation and Standards: Maintain accurate and accessible test-related documentation, ensuring all guidelines are up-to-date and adhered to during rework and retesting
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for cost reduction and quality improvement by analyzing test data, optimizing methodologies, and implementing best practices
• Collaboration: Foster cross-functional collaboration among stakeholders in Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Program Offices to align goals and objectives
• Safety Compliance: Ensure safety requirements are met for products, personnel, and test environments, promoting a culture of safety and ongoing improvement
• Leadership Behavior: Accountability, proactive problem-solving, and fostering collaboration to achieve operational excellence and sustain production quality

Qualifications

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, or an advanced degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience.

Experience in Test Engineering Qualifications We Prefer Experience with RF testing, fault isolation, and data analysis within a collaborative and dynamic environment: Experience with RF circuits, components, and related test equipment (e.g., Power Meters, Oscilloscopes, Spectrum Analyzers, and Network Analyzers). Proficiency in test software suites like TestStand and LabView. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and shop floor tools like PRISM, PDM, and CMES. Practical knowledge of statistical evaluation tools, including SPC and data distribution analysis.

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 assistance is not available

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. 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 95,500 USD - 181,700 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.

• 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
• 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.

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.

Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms 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.