Senior Hardware Integration, Analysis & Test Engineer — Receiver​/Exciter

Overview

Raytheon’s Receiver/Exciter & Processing Architecture (REPA) Department seeks a Senior Hardware Integration, Analysis & Test Engineer. This role sits at the intersection of radar hardware, firmware, software, and signal processing, supporting more than six active radar programs across S-, C-, X-, and UHF-Band systems.

• Write, use, and maintain software that controls, tests, and characterizes real radar hardware from module level to system integration.
• Analyze RF and IQ data to determine root causes of complex issues and perform verification tests across multiple radar bands and programs.
• Build data analysis tools to accelerate engineering decision‑making and prepare for future AI/ML integration.
• Collaborate directly with hardware designers, firmware developers, software engineers, and systems engineers, speaking the four technical languages.
• Execute hands‑on hardware testing, troubleshooting, and support, owning both creation and maintenance of tools.
• Operate across Raytheon sites, interfacing with program engineering, production, and systems teams.

• Typical requires a STEM degree and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• 3+ years in two or more of the following: radar system integration, verification, and validation; programming in MATLAB or C/C++; microwave/RF system or circuit card design or test.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. government Secret security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.
• Experience with IQ/signal processing analysis in MATLAB, C/C++, Python, or equivalent is preferred.
• Familiarity with Linux, Git, radar receiver/exciter design or verification testing, and radar system troubleshooting.
• Technical background in high‑speed data converter test/characterization, radar system calibration, digital signal processing, cascade analysis, or frequency planning is preferred.
• Exposure to AI/ML models or statistical process control concepts is a plus.
• Self‑starter who can work independently and as part of a small, collaborative technical team.

The salary range for this role is $86,800 – $165,200 USD, determined by experience level and role responsibilities. The position includes standard company benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Additional incentive compensation may be available for qualifying employees.

This is a 100% on‑site role based in Tewksbury, MA, with significant travel to Marlborough, MA. Relocation assistance may be provided based on candidate eligibility.

This position requires a DoD Secret clearance. Candidates must be U.S. citizens and capable of obtaining and maintaining the clearance.

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, veteran status, or any other protected class. RTX provides affirmative action for individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with applicable federal statutes.