2026 Raytheon Development Support Electrical Engineer I (Onsite)

RTX•Independence, MO

3d•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. Our Airborne RF Electronics Department has an immediate need for a Development Support Electrical Engineer I. We are looking for candidates to collaborate and coordinate with our manufacturing facility, Program Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and other Engineering disciplines to proactively and efficiently resolve issues that may arise during design, testing, and integration. In this role, you will foster a culture of trust, transparency, compliance and accountability. This position will reside within the Cabin Production Design Support section that supports the Advanced Airborne Sensor (AAS) program.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineer or equivalent degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) obtained prior to start
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required within 1 year of employment.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
Experience with analysis of technical data, schematic drawings to assist in troubleshooting efforts and familiarity with standard engineering lab equipment. Experience may be obtained through on- ‑ the ‑ job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Linux, C, MATLAB, Python programming languages
Experience with fiber optic methodologies, standards, inspection criteria, equipment, and tools
Familiarity with hardware compliance of Raytheon Quality Notes, J-STD-001, and ISO9001/AS9100 standards

Responsibilities

Troubleshooting hardware and issues down to Circuit Card Assembly (CCA), server, switch, and/or component levels to include analog/digital/power circuitry and interfaces
Perform technical evaluations of hardware with the ability to categorize failures and systematically disposition failing hardware in a timely manner
Prioritize and execute improvement opportunities
Communicate to program leadership status updates
Partnering in the development of test equipment and establishment of test requirements and procedures
Ability to travel periodically to different Raytheon facilities, suppliers, and/or customer sites to support in-person meetings and system integration efforts (up to 25%)