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Vision Systems Senior Test Engineer

Goleta, CA

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Raytheon Intelligence & Space, Vision Systems (RVS) Systems Integration and Test Department is seeking an experienced Senior Test & Integration System Engineer with expertise in airborne electro ...

Vision Systems Principal Test Engineer

Goleta, CA

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Raytheon Intelligence & Space, Vision Systems (RVS) Systems Integration and Test Department is seeking a Principal Test Engineer with airborne electro-optical and infrared (EO/IR) surveillance and ...

Vision Systems Senior Test Engineer

Goleta, CA · On-site

$95.50 - $181.70/hr

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Raytheon Intelligence & Space, Vision Systems (RVS) Systems Integration and Test Department is seeking an experienced Senior Test & Integration System Engineer with expertise in airborne electro ...

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Vision Systems Senior Test Engineer

Raytheon

Goleta, CA

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago


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Job description

Date Posted:

2026-07-23

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CA-GOLETA-B01 ~ 6825 Cortona Dr ~ BLDG B01

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.

Raytheon Intelligence & Space, Vision Systems (RVS) Systems Integration and Test Department is seeking an experienced Senior Test & Integration System Engineer with expertise in airborne electro-optical and infrared (EO/IR) surveillance and targeting sensor systems.

What You Will Do

  • You will support integration, verification and validation (IV&V), design verification testing (DVT), and production testing to support the delivery of EO/IR Focal Plane Array Sensor Systems
  • You will develop test plans and execute product test activities in support of engineering and production builds
  • You will support the Test Architect in the development and execution of the test architecture from bid through production, contribute to the test system design, and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to achieve these goals
  • You will collaborate with operations and manufacturing teams to enable efficient product flow, provide actionable metrics, minimize cycle time, and maximize yield


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 with airborne and, or space EOIR system test, integration verification and validation testing, product transition to production or relatable experience
  • Experience in test methodology within sensors to include optical performance, analysis, and test verification for EO/IR Focal Plane Array sensor systems and/or relatable experience in development and/or production program


Qualifications We Prefer

  • Advanced degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
  • Experience developing and, or executing factory test plans, procedures, and equipment to support an EO/IR Focal Plane Array sensor system and ROICs
  • Prior experience with ROIC wafer probing, fabrication, integration, verification, and validation for a complex EO/IR system
  •  Ability to communicate with Test Management, IPT leaders, hardware and software development engineers, specialty engineers, program managers, and customers
  • Experience with use of basic laboratory equipment; power supplies, oscilloscopes, digital voltmeters

What We Offer:

  • 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
  • Relocation Eligible – relocation assistance available for this position 

Learn More & Apply Now!

  • Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.
  • Onsite: 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.
  • Goleta, CA: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-goleta-ca-location.


 

    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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