Test & Validation Engineer II

About the role

RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, seeks an experienced Test Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure test readiness and resolve issues. Responsibilities include developing Manufacturing Data Packages (MDPs), supporting production testing, and leading cycle-time improvements.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure test readiness and resolve issues
• Develop MDPs, including test procedures, ensuring alignment with product specifications
• Partner with Test Development Engineering to define and improve test hardware and software
• Support production testing, troubleshoot issues, integrate engineering changes, and manage test equipment in a manufacturing environment
• Evaluate non-conforming material, determine disposition, and conduct root cause and corrective action activities (RCCA)
• Lead cycle-time improvements, ergonomic risk reduction, and automation initiatives

Requirements

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) and 2 years of relevant experience
• Minimum 2 years of Test Engineering experience
• 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

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a related Test Engineering discipline preferred
• Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of RF principles, circuits, components, and technical parameters
• Proficiency in interpreting test requirements, schematic diagrams, and technical drawings
• Skilled in operating RF test equipment, including power meters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers
• Experience with test software platforms such as TestStand and LabVIEW

Benefits

At RTX, we offer competitive salaries ranging from $68,900 to $131,100 annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) matching, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance programs, and more. Specific benefits vary based on the business unit and eligibility under collective-bargaining agreements.