Production Test Engineer II
RTX· Defense· Oct 23, 2026 · 3d ago
McKinney, TX
Hybrid
Full-time
Mid
$115K–$166K
2+ years exp
Job description
Date Posted:
2026-10-23 Country:
United States of America Location:
US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WZ ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING Z BLDG Position Role Type:
Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. 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:
Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date
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.
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Production Test Engineer (PTE) to join our team. This is a dynamic and visible role where you will leverage your technical expertise, problem-solving abilities, and collaborative skills to ensure the seamless execution of test processes in factory environment.
Production Test Engineers (PTE) are part of a manufacturing team who support the test process through one or more phases of the product life cycle, including product development, transition to production, sustained production, and depot activities. The PTE validates and ensures compliance of the prime hardware to its technical data package requirements. Supports program schedule and cost goals. Performs troubleshooting, data analysis, Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA), and problem solving of test failures. Identifies opportunities to improve efficiency, yields, test time, defect reduction, and test capacity. The PTE serves as the primary authority for the Test Equipment (TE) and, ensuring that all actions and modifications to the TE are appropriate and aligned with operational requirements. They are required to understand how the TE and prime hardware being tested function and interact. As a PTE you will be responsible for optimizing the forward and reverse test flow processes, maintaining test-related documentation, and factory instructions. You will play a key role in ensuring rigorous testing processes and delivering high-quality to our end customers.
What You Will Do
Provide test engineering support of the manufacturing areas. Interact daily with operations, quality, process/mechanical, and production control (PC) regarding most urgent immediate needs in test.
Observe, analyze, and report test data, perform tests and utilize various engineering drawings, manuals, and other related documentation.
Perform a wide variety of technical efforts including process, test, troubleshoot, and repair Digital, Analog and RF equipment.
Dispositioning non-conforming material using root cause and corrective action analysis and working on corrective action investigations to prevent recurrence.
Assisting with driving Continuous Improvement, including process improvements to improve cycle time, reduce ergonomic risk to assemblers, automate and reduce costs (both direct and indirect) using Core / Six Sigma principles and data driven decision making.
Qualifications You Must Have
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.
Experience related to RF test methods, troubleshooting, RF microwave product testing, engineering and/or manufacturing
Qualifications We Prefer
Experience reading and interpreting drawings to perform measurements and troubleshoot electronic equipment
Knowledge of RF measurements including: S-parameters, Noise Figure, Third order Intercept, Phase Error, Return loss, Compression, Gain, Insertion Loss, VSWR
Knowledge of the use and functionality of Test Equipment and hardware including: Network Analyzers, Data Acquisition (DAQ), DC Power Supplies, Spectrum Analyzer, Oscilloscope, Power Meters, Digital Multimeters, Pulse Generators, Signal Generators, Attenuators, RF Amplifiers, Couplers, power dividers, RF Switches
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.
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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.
Clearance Information: This position requires a 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: state.gov
Location Info and/or Links: North Texas: careers.rtx.com
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 68,900 USD - 131,100 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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