Vision Systems - Test Engineer I

globalhr; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

RTX’s Raytheon Intelligence & Space division seeks an entry-level Test & Integration System Engineer to join the SI&T team. You will help integrate, verify, and validate EO/IR focal plane sensor systems in lab or field settings.

You will develop test plans, execute product tests, and apply engineering judgment to ensure data-driven decisions. Collaboration with customers and engineers is essential for successful lifecycle support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM and hands-on lab equipment experience from academic or internship settings.
• Experience with basic lab tools such as power supplies, oscilloscopes, DVMs, spectrum analyzers, 3D printers, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Support IV&V, DVT, and production testing for EO/IR FPA sensor systems.
• Develop test plans and execute product test activities for engineering and production builds.
• Develop requirements, create test procedures, and assist in system integration and lifecycle support.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Lab equipment experience

DVT/IVV testing knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science/Engineering/Math (STEM)

Tools

LABVIEW

MATLAB

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-09-28

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CA-GOLETA-B01 ~ 6825 Cortona Dr ~ BLDG B01

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'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.

About Us:

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.

Raytheon Intelligence & Space, Vision Systems (RVS) Systems Integration and Test Department is seeking an entry level Test & Integration System Engineer. In Systems Integration and Test (SI&T) we integrate, verify, and validate our products. We put our systems together, exercise them in the lab or in the field, measure and analyze performance, and make sure our products work the first time and every time. To accomplish this, we develop plans and procedures, debug and evaluate system functions and interfaces, develop test environments, and work hand-in-hand with our customers.

What You Will Do

• You will support integration, verification and validation (IV&V), design verification testing (DVT), and production testing to support the delivery of EO/IR Focal Plane Array Sensor Systems
• You will develop test plans and execute product test activities in support of engineering and production builds
• You will develop and exercise good engineering judgement and technical decision making inside the Systems Engineering & Test Capabilities organization
• You will develop requirements, generate test procedures, integrate new systems, perform system testing, and support lifecycle requirements for assigned program systems

Qualification You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and prior relevant experience to the use of basic laboratory equipment in an academic or internship setting (e.g. one or more of the following: power supplies, oscilloscopes, digital voltmeters, spectrum analyzer, 3D printers, hobbyist electronics, etc.)

Qualifications We Prefer

• Laboratory equipment for design testing and/or troubleshooting technical issues
• Programming in LABVIEW and/or MATLAB for test automation and/or data analysis
• Electrical schematics, interface control documentation, and communications protocols
• Experience with instrumentation and collection of large data sets, including the application of scripting or automation to data collection and 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 Eligible – relocation assistance available for this position

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 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.