Systems Reliability Engineer 1

RTX (Raytheon); El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Flexible work schedule (9/80)

Job summary

RTX in El Segundo, California, is seeking a Systems Reliability Engineer 1 to focus on reliability and failure investigation for radar hardware and software programs. The role is onsite at US-CA-EL SEGUNDO and requires a DoD Secret clearance; active clearance is expected after day 1.

You will collect failure data, lead RCA efforts, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and monitor reliability metrics while driving continuous improvements across the product lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) required.
• Experience with FRACAS and sustainment tasks helpful.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze failure data to identify trends, root causes, and reliability issues.
• Lead or support root cause analysis (RCA) and define corrective actions.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and manufacturing to resolve issues.
• Ensure timely closure of failure reports and proper documentation of findings.
• Monitor reliability metrics and report to stakeholders.
• Support continuous improvement to enhance product reliability and performance.
• Ensure compliance with company standards and industry regulations.

Skills

Data analysis

Python

MATLAB

MS Office

Root cause analysis

Education

STEM degree

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Minitab

JMP

Excel

Job description

Date Posted

2026-10-12

Country

United States of America

Location

US-CA-EL SEGUNDO-R01 ~ 2000 E Imperial Hwy ~ BLDG R01

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

About Raytheon

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling - to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring 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. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

Role Overview

The Space & Airborne (SAS) Center within Systems Engineering & Test Capabilities (SE&TC) is seeking talented Systems Reliability Engineer 1 who will focus on Reliability and Failure Investigation work products. The Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) SAS Department supports troubleshooting, resolving system-level failures, and driving reliability improvements across radar hardware and software programs.

Life Cycle Engineering optimizes product supportability, effectiveness, and efficiency across the entire lifecycle from design through production, sustainment, and field operations. LCE ensures Raytheon products remain dependable, operable, safe, and affordable. This is an onsite role in El Segundo, California.

What You Will Do

• Collect and analyze failure data to identify trends, root causes, and reliability issues
• Lead or support root cause analysis (RCA) and ensure effective corrective and preventive actions are defined
• Work cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams to resolve issues
• Ensure timely closure of failure reports and proper documentation of findings
• Monitor reliability metrics and provide regular reports to stakeholders
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product reliability and performance
• Ensure compliance with company standards and relevant industry regulations

What You Will Learn

After completion of comprehensive on-the-job training, the candidate will be a part of a team supporting Systems Engineering, troubleshoot activities across the product development lifecycle, incorporating data analysis to help inform engineering activities and decisions.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and experience
• Support FRACAS activities by documenting failures, tracking corrective actions, and assisting with sustainment engineering tasks such as depot return reviews or repair coordination.
• Assist in troubleshooting hardware or software, support qualification and test activities, and contribute to basic root-cause analysis using structured methods.
• 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

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with data analysis and automation tools (Microsoft Office, MATLAB, Python).
• Exposure to various military platforms for weapons conveyance, such as ships, ground combat systems, fixed and rotary wing aircraft
• Experience working with failure tracking systems
• Root cause analysis methods (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone)
• Reliability concepts (MTBF, Weibull analysis, FMEA/FMECA)
• Data analysis tools (Excel, Minitab, JMP, or similar)
• Knowledge of quality standards (e.g., MIL-HDBK-217, MIL-HDBK-338, MIL-HDBK-1547, or similar)
• Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams

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.

• Flexible work environment - flexible schedules (i.e. 9/80 schedule) and work-life balance programs
• Relocation Eligible - Relocation assistance is available

Note on Role Type Definition

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role 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

Interview Process

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.

Salary

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 offe