Test and Validation Engineer II - HWIC 2nd Shift

Position Overview

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, we unite 185,000 great minds to solve complex problems and protect our world. This role supports the production floor of the Hardware Integration Center (HWIC) in a highly visible test engineering capacity.

Second shift with an 8% shift premium. Salary range: 68,900 USD – 131,100 USD. Overtime (paid) may be required on an as‑needed basis.

• Support a fluid production environment in a test engineering role.
• Troubleshoot complex array‑level issues on the production floor and in the Near Field Range (NFR).
• Work from schematics and drawings to understand RF faults and troubleshoot using common test equipment.
• Perform root‑cause analysis on systemic array issues and route feedback to feeder areas or suppliers to resolve subassembly failures.
• Analyze test data to identify potential issues using MATLAB.
• Work diligently with union technicians throughout the test process.
• Interact daily with operations, quality, process/mechanical, and production control regarding urgent test needs.
• Review system‑level test data for compliance with specifications.
• Interact with maintenance/test department to maintain fully functional test stations.
• Develop or update factory test procedures as needed.

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM); minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
• One year of integration, test, or troubleshooting experience.
• Experience using MATLAB to analyze data.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government‑issued security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.

• Prior experience testing complex arrays.
• Ability to interpret failing test data and diagnose fault modes using schematic diagrams.
• Understanding of radar systems technology in testing and analysis.
• Strong knowledge of RF test equipment.
• Experience in preparing and executing factory test procedures.

• Values:
  Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, Innovation.
• Relocation assistance is not available.
• Eligible for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.
• Potential eligibility for annual short‑term and/or long‑term incentive compensation programs, depending on position level and collective‑bargaining agreement.
• This is a U.S.‑based role; appropriate pay structure and benefits apply to U.S. territories.

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. 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.