Senior RF Test Engineer 2nd Shift - CLEARANCE REQUIRED

Date Posted:

2025-08-11

Country:

United States of America

Location:

MA101: Andover MA 350 Lowell St Essex 350 Lowell Street Essex, Andover, MA, 01810 USA

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:

Secret - Current

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. 

RTX Corporation, a leader in the aerospace and defense industry, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior RF Test Engineer to join the Circuit Card Manufacturing test team. The successful candidate will work to develop and implement test strategies for mission critical RF Circuit Card Assemblies, ensuring the highest standards of performance and reliability.

This is a 2nd Shift position with a 8% shift differential

What You Will Do

• Analyze test data and troubleshoot RF systems to identify and resolve performance issues.

• Develop and maintain test procedures in compliance with industry standards and company requirements, for various RF CCAs.

• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and quality assurance teams on Continuous Improvement opportunities to increase product performance and reliability.

• Utilize advanced RF test equipment and software to conduct thorough evaluations of RF systems and components.

• Monitor and analyze SPC data to ensure process stability and product quality.

• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and technicians.

• Stay current with advancements in RF technology and incorporate new methodologies into test processes.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s in science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advance Degree in a related field and a minimum of 3 years’ experience.

• Knowledge of RF principles, including impedance matching, signal integrity, and spectrum analysis.

• Experience with RF test equipment such as network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators.

• Experience with creating SPC charts and Failure Pareto's for early failure trend detection.

• 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.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with RF test automation and programming languages such as Python, LabVIEW, or MATLAB.

• Experience with any SPC monitoring tools.

• Ability and enthusiasm to work in our secret, closed-area test laboratory.

• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and standards (e.g., FCC, ITAR, MIL-STD).

• Experience with RF systems used in aerospace and defense applications.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

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

Learn More & Apply Now!

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

• 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.

The salary range for this role is 82,000 USD - 164,000 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.

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