Systems Engineer III - China Lake

Date Posted:

2026-06-10



Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CA-RIDGECREST-815 ~ 815 Downs St ~ DOWNS, Ste A

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

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At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. 

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 freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Effectors Center in the Systems Engineering and Test Capability is seeking Systems Engineers focused on Lab Integration, Platform Integration, and/or Flight Test at NAWS China Lake. In this role, you will be supporting the effective completion of test events and the associated analysis of test data.

What You Will Do

• You must be able to provide technical results for a wide range of difficult problems
• Work will be performed under general direction, and you must be able to independently determine and develop solutions
• This is a demanding, hands-on, lab and direct flight test support position. There are some non-standard and extended hours under potentially extreme conditions
• This position requires up to 30% travel
• Work will be done mostly domestically but could include some international sites
• Responsibilities also include flight line missile and equipment preparation, flight test planning, implementation, and data review of both captive carry and live fire testing
• Use of COMSEC equipment, AIS computers, and telemetry equipment is required
• You will maintain and reconfigure munitions, monitor weapon telemetry in a control room environment, perform flight line operations and communicate with both internal and external customers daily
• This position requires you to work on site. No remote work available

Qualifications You Must Have

Typically requires a Bachelor in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline, such as Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics or Math and minimum of Five (5) years of experience in a test environment with emphasis in test planning and/or implementation.

Relevant experience includes four (4) or more of the following areas:

• Hardware Systems Integration experience
• Platform Integration/Flight Test experience
• Experience supporting field tests
• Telemetry Analysis experience
• Experience evaluating requirements
• Experience with troubleshooting and failure process
• Experience with the use of lab/field test equipment
• Experience with Verification and Validation methods
• Must be capable of lifting at least 25 lbs. and performing work in an industrial environment

Qualifications We Prefer

• Active an existing DoD security Clearance Strongly preferred
• A minimum of five years of relevant electronic, computer or mechanical experience
• Intermediate engineering skills, experience with laboratory test equipment, electronics and software preferred
• Ability to work well in multi-disciplined teams
• "Customer oriented” and inspired to meet or exceed expectations.
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Organizational skills and the ability to multi-task in a team environment
• Written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work with and take direction from Functional Management and Team Leads from multiple programs
• Perform successfully in an open environment with frequent interaction with Government customers and peers
• Experience with Communications Security (COMSEC) equipment and classified computer security requirements
• Experience in integration with test equipment, telemetry data analysis software, and missile systems host platforms

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.

Location: Ridgecrest CA,

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. 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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