Senior Radio Frequency (RF) Automation Test Engineer

Date Posted:

2026-02-17

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CA-GOLETA-H01 ~ 6380 Hollister Ave ~ BLDG H01

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

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

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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. 

Are you ready to be a key player in shaping cutting-edge electronic warfare systems? As a Senior Radio Frequency (RF) Automation Test Engineer (ATE) at Raytheon’s Airborne Multi-Mission Electronics Center in sunny Goleta, CA, you’ll have the opportunity to design, develop, and validate advanced testing solutions for our state-of-the-art Electronic Warfare (EW) and Radar Warning Receiver (RWR) products.

What You Will Do

• Work from concept to production testing, directly influencing the success of critical defense systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, develop automated test systems, create validation and test plans, and mentor production teams.
• Occasional travel (10-20%) to other Raytheon facilities and supplier sites will give you a broader perspective on our mission and impact.
  
  

What You Will Learn

• Enhance your expertise in Radio Frequency (RF) testing, advanced automation, and system validation, all while working with industry-leading tools like NI LabVIEW and Python.
• Gain invaluable experience in automated test engineer (ATE) test station design, Radio Frequency (RF) characterization, and debugging complex systems.
• Grow as an innovator, problem-solver, and mentor in a fast-paced, impactful environment.
  
  

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience or an advanced degree in a related field and minimum 3 years’ experience.

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• Experience in electronic testing of Radio Frequency (RF) based systems, including the use of power supplies, signal/waveform generators, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers.
• Experience in converting design requirements into validation and test procedures.
• Experience in designing test automation stands with automated equipment control.
  
  

Qualifications We Prefer

• Familiarity with Radio Frequency (RF) components and specifications.
• Interpersonal skills and excellent written/verbal communication in English.
• Proficiency in NI LabVIEW and/or Python programming.
• Experience with FPGA-based system programming and testing.
• Familiarity with PCB design and layout tools like XPedition or Altium.
• Experience in PCB signal integrity analysis using Hyperlynx or LTSPICE.
• Familiarity in using MATLAB/Simulink for system modeling and analysis.
  
  

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, Innovation, and Safety.

Relocation assistance available.

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Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

Welcome to Raytheon in Goleta, CA

Clearance Information: This position requires security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm 

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 95,500 USD - 181,700 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

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.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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