RF Test Systems Engineer II – Test Software

RTX • Mckinney, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

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. This position is 100% on-site in McKinney, TX

We have an exciting opportunity for an onsite RF Test Systems Engineer II to join our Test Equipment Engineering (TEE) directorate in McKinney, Texas. TEE is a multi-discipline organization responsible for contributing to the development of test solutions for all Raytheon products. Typical work involves designing interface assemblies, selection and integration with test instruments and environments, to develop a test system for all Raytheon products including both lab engineering and factory production test systems. The RF Test Systems Engineer II will be responsible for the design development, integration and validation of test hardware and software solutions for multiple production programs.

Requirements

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in: Successfully developing and deploying test software solutions in C#, CVI, C, and/or C++, with experience in using code review tools and Microsoft Office applications
• Automating RF test equipment control (e.g. vector network analyzers, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, etc.)
• Creating test plans and sequences for RF measurements using NI Test Suite
• Support the Section Manager in the execution of the RF Technologies department goals

Nice To Haves

• Critical thinking, problem-solving and analytical skills
• Experience in executing projects through the software development life cycle, while managing budgets and timelines for their projects
• Experience with various programming languages, operating systems, system monitoring tools, and communication protocols
• Supporting a production test environment with critical troubleshooting skills
• Strong collaboration skills, with proven record of working in cross-functional teams
• Strong communication skills to report status to program management and functional leadership
• Hands-on experience with Atlassian suite of tools (Jira, Bitbucket, Confluence, Sourcetree, etc.)
• Hands-on experience with lab instruments

Responsibilities

• Work with hardware, software, and program engineers to design and develop test software solutions for production testing
• Implement system software engineering best practices in planning, development, and execution of scope, schedule, and budget
• Implement best practice standards regarding the planning, coordination, and execution of design activities with sound engineering process discipline and leadership
• Effectively communicate technical information in formal design review settings
• Provide hands-on support to product testing within an engineering test environment
• Share knowledge and provide mentoring to other engineers on the team
• Support the Section Manager in the execution of the RF Technologies department goals

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level