Sr. Principal Software Validation Test Engineer

Date Posted:

2025-09-11

Country:

United States of America

Location:

MA133: Tewksbury, Ma Bldg 3 Concord 50 Apple Hill Drive Concord - Building 3, Tewksbury, MA, 01876 USA

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:

DoD Clearance: Secret

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 are looking for an experienced and highly skilled Senior Principal Software Validation Test Engineer to drive testing initiatives and mentor fellow engineers within our Patriot Software Team in Tewksbury, Massachusetts. In this role, you will not only design, implement, and execute tests, but also take on critical leadership responsibilities such as test planning, guiding the team, and reporting on progress. You will collaborate closely with software developers, system architects, and product leads to ensure our solutions align with customer requirements. As part of the development team for the world's leading air defense system, Patriot, you will help drive software advancements for new system capabilities. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where your contributions will directly influence the global success of our products.

What You Will Do 

Lead Test Efforts: Oversee and guide testing activities across projects, ensuring quality and efficiency.

Create Test Plans: Develop comprehensive test plans that outline strategies, objectives, and timelines for successful testing.

Mentor and Guide: Support junior engineers by sharing expertise, providing training, and fostering a culture of continuous learning.

Collaborate Across Teams: Partner with developers, system architects, and cross-functional teams to ensure seamless software integration and functionality.

Provide Status Updates: Regularly communicate progress, issues, and risks to stakeholders and leadership.

Review Software Requirements: Analyze and verify software requirements for clarity, completeness, and testability.

Write Test Objectives: Define clear and concise test objectives that guide the testing process and ensure thorough coverage.

Design and Execute Test Cases: Create innovative test cases (manual and automated) and execute them rigorously in our on-site lab.

Data Analysis: Analyze test results, identify discrepancies, and provide clear documentation and recommendations for improvement.

Occasional Off-Hours Testing: Conduct testing during second or third shifts, as needed.

Qualifications You Must Have 

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of experience.
• Leadership experience in a testing environment, including creating effective test plans, providing meaningful status updates, and guiding technical teams.
• Experience in software engineering, validation, verification, requirements analysis, and/or testing.
• The ability to obtain and maintain an interim secret U.S. security clearance prior to the start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Active Secret security clearance.
• Expertise in creating detailed test plans and leading test efforts for complex projects.
• Knowledge of software testing methodologies (functional, integration, regression, performance, etc.) and best practices.
• Proficiency with bug tracking and test management tools.
• Proficiency with DOORS (Dynamic Object-Oriented Requirements System) or similar requirements traceability tools.
• Experience applying principles of Earned Value Management
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills to diagnose and address technical issues effectively.

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

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