Senior Hardware Test Engineer
Date Posted: 2026-03-13 Country: United States of America Location: US-MA-ANDOVER-AN1 ~ 350 Lowell St ~ AN1 ESSEX 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. The Mechanical Analysis and Test (MA&T) Department is responsible for ensuring structural and thermal design robustness across the Raytheon portfolio of products. From preliminary concepts to fielded weapon system support, MA&T delivers innovative structural and thermal engineering solutions utilizing methods ranging from classical fundamental & empirically based techniques to state-of-the-art finite element methods leveraging industry leading commercial tools; all complimented and validated by tests executed in a manner to ensure cost effective yet technically balanced solutions. Raytheon is seeking a mid-level career Senior Hardware Test Engineer to join the Mechanical Analysis and Test Department. In this role you will be responsible for comprehensive test support during all phases of programs including development and production. Hardware Testing will cover a wide range of difficult problems, requiring solutions that are imaginative, thorough, practicable, and consistent with organization objectives. The types of Hardware Tests include: Proof of Design, Risk Mitigation, Proof of Manufacturing, Environmental Confidence Testing, Environmental Qualification, and Engineering Tests on operating and non-operating hardware. Additionally, Hardware Test personnel develop environmental stress screening requirements and provide rapid response factory production support. You will be expected to meet the test objectives and will be held accountable for completing the work within the agreed upon cost and schedule. The customers of this position will include internal personnel and programs as well as external Government(s) personnel and programs. What You Will Do Perform instrumentation planning and test conduct of all Hardware Tests including vibration, mechanical shock, temperature, altitude, humidity, and structural testing Dynamic and thermal data acquisition and analysis Provide test fixture design coordination Work independently and take ownership of program/project to achieve schedule, financial, and technical goals Prepare test plans, schedules, test reports, and technical documentation of project work assigned Work directly with design engineering, structural analysis personnel, manufacturing engineering, and commercial customers Mentor and provide test guidance to junior section members Provide technical expertise to programs as needed Factory and supplier testing support domestically and internationally Generate detailed, archival technical reports Travel to test sites to support test or design discussion (depending on work assignment) Act as a technical leader (help define and develop MA&T department technical processes and tools) and lead teams to meet program milestones Travel to domestic Raytheon sites, suppliers, and government facilities The Senior Mechanical Engineer – Hardware Test Engineer job is in Andover, MA and Marlborough, MA and the position is onsite. Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience. In absence of a degree, 9 years of experience. An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for additional years of experience Experience in Hardware and Environmental Testing (i.e. Dynamic Shock/Vibration, Climatic, Structural) The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Qualifications We Prefer: An advanced degree Proficiency with Siemens LMS Simcenter/Test.Lab and Unholtz-Dickie vibration control systems/software Hands-on mechanical aptitude and willingness to work in a lab environment Experience with Environmental Stress Screening (ESS) vibration and thermal profile development Experience in one or more of the following areas: Signal processing, data acquisition, field test instrumentation, or structural testing Strong working knowledge of specifications and requirements with the ability to report compliance for Thermal and Vibration ESS, HALT, and HASS testing Proficiency in Modal Test execution Experience using military standards including MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-202, MIL-STD-883 MIL-STD-167, and MIL-STD-901 Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Project) Skilled in project management with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects Collaborate with other engineering disciplines, non-technical disciplines, and suppliers to resolve technical issues Excellent verbal and written communication skills Willingness for international travel to Middle East, Asia, and Europe to foreign sites, suppliers, and facilities Experience in structural testing: planning, organization, execution, data reduction and correlation Experience with dynamic shock and vibration analysis Experience with Matlab Strong interpersonal skills working in a team environment Experience presenting to external customers 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. LI-ST1 LI-AP2 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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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. 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