Senior Principal EO Integration & Test Engineer

Position Overview

Date Posted:

Country:
United States of America

Location:

Tucson, AZ

Role Type:
Onsite (U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status)

Security Clearance:
Secret (Active and transferable DoD Clearance required prior to start date)

Position:
Senior Electro-Optical Integration & Test Engineer – Effectors Optics Department, Raytheon

• Lead optical and electro-mechanical alignment and verification of EO imaging subsystems.
• Integrate detectors, optics, electronics, and firmware into functioning hardware assemblies.
• Develop and execute system-level test plans for development and production programs.
• Design and implement automated test processes and data acquisition tools.
• Analyze test data and develop models to support performance verification and root-cause investigations.
• Design and maintain EO subsystem test fixtures and support equipment.
• Troubleshoot hardware issues at the component and system level.
• Support production activities including documentation, process improvements, and yield enhancement.
• Participate in technical reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Typically requires a STEM degree and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience OR an advanced degree and a minimum of 7 years’ experience.
• Experience in electro-optical systems, imaging systems, system integration, or hardware test.
• Experience with system-level integration and verification of complex hardware.
• Experience with test data analysis and interpretation.
• Active DoD security clearance required.

• Advanced degree in Optics, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related STEM discipline.
• Experience with imaging systems (IR, visible, or multispectral).
• Experience integrating EO hardware and embedded electronics.
• Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, or C++ for data analysis and test automation.
• Experience developing automated test scripts and data acquisition systems.
• Hands‑on experience with laboratory measurement equipment and environmental test setups.
• Experience supporting products transitioning from development to production.

A comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, wellness, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs; parental leave; flexible work schedules; educational assistance; child/adult backup care; and relocation assistance. Salary range: $132,400–$251,600 USD.

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 in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with applicable laws.