Systems Engineer I, Edwards AFB

RTX (Raytheon); California; On-site; USD 63,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Job summary

RTX Edwards AFB is seeking a hands-on engineer to perform integration, verification, and testing of complex systems in the lab or on the flight line with Edwards AFB aircraft. You will work with cross-functional teams to validate performance and support flight-line operations.

The position requires a BS in Electrical/Aerospace/Systems Engineering or related field, 0–2 years of experience, experience with flight testing and MATLAB, and the ability to travel up to 10% domestically; U.S.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, Math or other related engineering disciplines and less than 2 years of experience.
• Experience with flight testing procedures
• Experience with integration and test
• Experience troubleshooting varied electronic equipment
• Experience with MATLAB

Responsibilities

• Perform integration, verification, and testing in the lab or the field to ensure the system under test performs according to specifications/requirements
• Perform data collection activities, including review and analysis of data elements, and provide quick look reports of results.
• This is a demanding, hands-on, flight-line support position. You may be required to work non-standard and extended hours under potentially extreme conditions.
• Support Flight Line testing outside around operational aircraft.
• Domestic Travel required, which is typically for a one-week duration. 10% travel.
• Obtain and maintain additional program access as required

Skills

Flight testing procedures

Integration and test

Troubleshooting electronic equipment

MATLAB

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Date Posted:
2026-10-12

Country:
United States of America

Location:
US-CA-EDWARDS-AFB-CUST ~ 295 N Wolfe Ave ~ EDWARDS AFB (External Site)

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 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 freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do

• Perform integration, verification, and testing in the lab or the field to ensure the system under test performs according to specifications/requirements


• Perform data collection activities, including review and analysis of data elements, and provide quick look reports of results.


• This is a demanding, hands-on, flight-line support position. You may be required to work non-standard and extended hours under potentially extreme conditions.


• Support Flight Line testing outside around operational aircraft.


• Domestic Travel required, which is typically for a one-week duration. 10% travel.


• Obtain and maintain additional program access as required

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, Math or other related engineering disciplines and less than 2 years of experience.


• Experience with flight testing procedures


• Experience with integration and test


• Experience troubleshooting varied electronic equipment


• Experience with MATLAB

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with direct interaction with Government customers and peers


• Experience interpreting requirements and translating knowledge points into test plans and procedures

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Work Location: Edwards AFB

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 62,900 USD - 119,700 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.

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 limi