Flight Test Engineer - Next Gen Testbed (B737-800)

RTX•El Segundo, CA

2d•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. Raytheon Systems Engineering & Test Capabilities (SE&TC) is seeking an experienced Flight Test Engineer to support our newest airborne test platform – the Next Gen Testbed, a highly modified Boeing 737‑800. In this role, you will lead flight test planning and execution for critical national defense technologies, translating complex engineering requirements into safe, executable test missions. You will fly onboard as a Test Conductor or Mission Director and work closely with engineering, aircrew, and range partners to deliver high‑quality test outcomes for advanced mission systems. This is a key onsite role for Raytheon Flight Test Operations (FTO) based in Ontario or El Segundo, California.

Requirements

A University Degree or equivalent experience with 8 years prior relevant experience
Experience working in a flight test mission control room
Experience working classified and SAP programs
U.S. citizenship is required
Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date
Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

Nice To Haves

Experience as a Flight Test Conductor or Test Director
Strong aviation background to include private or commercial pilot’s license
Familiarity with aircraft flight operations, aviation terminology, and radio procedures
Mission systems test experience (Radar, EOIR, EW, ELINT, hybrid communications, or developmental systems)

Responsibilities

Translate test project technical requirements into executable flight tests
Create flight test plans, safety plans, and flight test cards
Coordinate and schedule test activities with major test ranges, air and ground targets, and other key test resources
Direct test missions onboard test aircraft as a Test Conductor or Mission Director
Perform work in classified and Special Access Program (SAP) environments