Test Solutions Software Engineer

Date Posted:

2026-03-25

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CA-EL SEGUNDO-E01 ~ 2000 E El Segundo Blvd ~ BLDG E01

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:

Active and existing security clearance required on 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.

This position is 100% on-site in El Segundo, CA

Job Description:
The Space Test Solutions department supporting the Mission Solutions & Payloads sub-strategic business unit is looking for a Senior Software Engineer. The Space Test Solutions department designs a combination of EO/IR and RF test platforms. 

What You Will Do:

• Define software requirements for test equipment of space payloads

• Design test system software architecture to ensure robust operations

• Implement software code to provide test capability on hardware with high-speed interfaces

• Integrate software on electrical, optical and mechanical systems in addition to engineering units and space payloads

• Create test plans for test suite validation

• Conduct test equipment validation

• Support test equipment through payload testing completion

What You Will Learn:

• Space EO/IR and RF Test Solution architecture

• IV&V approaches on different categories of programs from IRAD to ACAT1

Qualifications You Must Have:

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

• Experience with LabVIEW software development implementing high speed interfaces (FPGA, sRIO, SERDES. etc.)

• 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

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience in test system development on complex systems

• Experience with test plans and/or procedures.

• Experience with test related reviews

• Experience in laboratory environments

• Experience supporting HW & SW integration, verification and validation

• Experience troubleshooting complex problems and finding cost effective solutions

• Exposure to space system testing and requirements

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.

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.

This position requires onsite work in El Segundo, CA: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-el-segundo-ca-location

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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 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, includi