Systems Engineer I Integration and Test Onsite

RTX; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation eligibility

Job summary

RTX is seeking an entry-level Systems Engineer I in Andover, MA, to plan and execute complex integration and verification test events for missile defense technologies. The role is onsite at Andover or nearby Te wksbury, with travel up to 15% to support missions and testing across RTX facilities and customer locations.

You will develop test plans, troubleshoot hardware and software, and collaborate across functions to improve performance and ensure system functionality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM obtained by start date.
• Experience generating technical documentation (test plans, procedures, reports).
• Experience troubleshooting technical issues in academic or internship setting.
• Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

Responsibilities

• Support testing effort: develop and implement test plans, procedures, integration and verification.
• Troubleshoot and analyze hardware, software, and system issues.
• Drive performance improvements and resolve system issues across functions.
• Modeling and analysis using simulations to predict system performance.
• Integrate hardware and software into tactical systems for field test and HITL.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure system functionality.
• Document integration plans, analyze data, verify requirements, and report results to leadership.
• Travel up to 15% to support missions at RTX facilities and sites.

Skills

Technical Documentation

Troubleshooting

System Integration

Test Planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

MATLAB

Python

C/C++

DOORS

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-09-14

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MA-ANDOVER-AN1 350 Lowell St AN1 ESSEX 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

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.

What You Will Do

The Systems Engineering & Test Capabilities team is seeking a highly motivated Systems Engineer I to plan and execute complex integration and verification test events. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in system integration and testing. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge missile defense technologies in a collaborative and innovative environment.

This is an onsite entry level role located in Andover or Tewksbury, MA

• Support testing effort: Develop and implement test plans, procedures, integration, and verification in both simulated and real-world environments
• Troubleshoot and Analyze: Identify and resolve hardware, software, and system issues through detailed analysis and debugging
• Drive Performance: Collaborate across functions to drive performance improvements and resolve system issues
• Modeling and Analysis: Utilize modeling and simulation tools to predict system performance and support verification and validation
• Integrate Systems: Integrate hardware and software into tactical systems in field test and hardware in the loop environments, evaluating their functionality and impact.
• Collaborate: Work with a multi-disciplinary team to achieve seamless integration and system functionality
• Document and Communicate: Develop integration documentation, execute plans, analyze data, verify requirements, and effectively communicate results to leadership and stakeholders
• Support Missions: Travel as needed (up to 15%) to support mission execution at various locations including local RTX facilities, test sites, vendor facilities, and customer locations occurring primarily during first shift and part time section shift hours.
• This role is onsite at our RTX facility in Andover or Tewksbury, MA. Local travel between Raytheon locations in MA and Southern NH may also be required

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor's degree in Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) major obtained by start date.
• Experience with generating technical documentation, such as test plans, procedures, or technical reports
• Experience with troubleshooting technical issues in an academic or internship setting
• Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance
• Experience with radar systems, weapons systems, or command and control systems
• Experience working in an integration lab, test facility, or in the field supporting integration and/or verification
• Proficiency with commonly used test equipment, such as Oscilloscopes, Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers, etc.
• Experience with requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS or equivalent) and configuration control practices
• Experience with MATLAB, Python, JavaScript, C/C++ and/or other programming languages

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.
• Relocation Eligibility

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 57,200 USD - 108,800 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.