Principal RF Test Development Lead Engineer

Date Posted:

2026-03-27

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WZS ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WZS BLDG

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.

We have an exciting opportunity for an onsite Principal RF Test Development Lead Engineer to join our Test Solutions RF Engineering Test Development team in McKinney, Texas. The Test Solutions organization drives business success by providing a variety of critical engineering services across all Raytheon product lines and functions.

This role is 100% ONSITE in McKinney, Texas.

What You Will Do

Within Test Solutions, you will be formulating test strategies and developing RF Test solutions to execute Integration, Verification and Validation on next generation test systems.

As the Principal RF Test Development Lead Engineer, you will be leading the efforts of designing test system architectures, as well as leading a test engineering team through the Integration, Validation and Verification of the test systems to be released into production. You will become a member of an integrated product team, inclusive of design, process, and test.

Please note that this is not a system level Test Development Engineer opportunity, but rather a test system architect opportunity centered around RF module/Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) production testing. The successful candidate will have extensive knowledge of implementation of classic RF transmitter and receiver parametric testing using Keysight PNA, RF PXI and/or NSI equipment.

• Lead the design, integration, verification, and validation of production test solutions for RF modules, RF CCAs, antenna subassemblies as well as power supplies/computing subassemblies
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to deploy test solutions that meet technical and production test needs
• Resolve all technical issues and lead technical troubleshooting efforts while working with cross functional teams to meet deployment deadlines and production milestones
  
  

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM), Electrical Engineering preferred, and a minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experience
• Experience with RF and microwave circuits and digital assemblies

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• Experience with a variety of RF/MW test platforms, RF test methods, transceiver architectures, measurements with test equipment and statistical analysis
• Experience in the production test of RF/Microwave modules for complex electronics products
  
  

Qualifications We Prefer

• Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering
• Experience with RF PWB layout
• Experience presenting to, and communicating with, executive level stakeholders
• Experience with MS Project, or equivalent project tracking tools
• Experience with Advanced Design System (ADS) or equivalent RF modeling simulation tools
• Experience with digital and analog circuitry
  
  

What We Offer

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

This position is eligible for relocation assistance.

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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.

This position requires a security clearance after day one. The Defense Industrial Security Clearance Office (DISCO), 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.statees/c10978.htm

McKinney’s culture and recreation scene is unique, offering a rich combination of family-fun events, a vibrant arts scene, parks and open spaces and a historic past living seamlessly with a vibrant future. City events and programs present a broad spectrum of cultural and recreational opportunities that enrich the quality of life for residents and visitors.

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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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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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