Test and Validation Engineer II - 2nd shift

RTX•Andover, MA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. This is a 2nd shift role which includes an 8% shift premium. What You Will Do Support a fluid production environment in a test engineering role on the PATRIOT radar program.

Requirements

Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience.
2 years of Production or Systems Integration and Test 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

Nice To Haves

Prior experience testing PATRIOT radars is highly desirable, but not required.
Demonstrated ability to interpret failing test data and navigate schematic diagrams to diagnose fault modes.
Ability to understand radar systems technology in the areas of test and analysis.
Strong working knowledge of RF test equipment.
Experience preparing and executing factory test procedures.
Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment with time-critical requirements that will require working overtime shifts to support schedule as needed.
Exceptional attention to detail to identify and document any anomalies or inconsistencies in the radar test process.
Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills with proficiency utilizing Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Familiarity with Common PDM, using it to look up assembly drawings, parts lists, schematics, and test requirement specifications.
Can operate under minimal supervision and works independently.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot complex radar level issues on subsystems such as Receiver, Exciter, Transmitter, Antenna, and Power.
Work from schematics and drawings to understand radar diagnostic failures and troubleshoot utilizing common test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, power meters, oscilloscopes, etc.
Perform root cause analysis on systemic radar issues and flow back to feeder areas to help in the troubleshooting of failed subassemblies.
Work diligently with union technicians on a daily basis throughout the test process.
Interact daily with operations, quality, process/mechanical, and production control (PC) regarding most urgent immediate needs in test.
Review system level test data for compliancy toward specifications.
Interact with maintenance/test department to keep test stations fully functional.
Develop/update factory test procedures as needed.
Overtime (paid) may be required on an as needed basis.