Job Description

Date Posted: Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates.
2025-07-07

Country:

United States of America

Location:

FL410: Largo FL MFG 7887 Bryan Dairy Road , Largo, FL, 33777 USA

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:

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.

Raytheon Field Engineering is anticipating an opportunity for a Test & Validation Engineer to program, test and repair subcomponents of the Defense Red Switch Network Command and Control Switching System (CCSS) in Largo Florida to support the Secure Communications program area.

What You Will Do

• Identify customers’ needs provided in the form of service requests and shop orders, clarify information, answer questions, research issues.
• Ensure systems perform according to necessary specifications and confirm operation to ensure production quality.
• Prepare equipment for testing, document test results and maintain records.
• Install System upgrades by following installation and user instruction guides.
• Coordinates with other disciplines to address concerns arising from testing and prepare equipment for shipping.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM preferred) and a minimum of 2 years of prior engineering experience. Experience in lieu of education option.
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• Experience performing Line Replaceable Unit installation into mockup environments to troubleshoot and analyze to correct system discrepancies.
• Experience reading, interpreting and executing statements of work, drawing packages, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Experience building and testing multi conductor cables of assorted wire types and the techniques necessary to test the finished item.
• Experience with various test and measurement equipment.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with Raytheon proprietary DSS-2A digital switching system product line and Defense Red Switch Network (DRSN) Red Switches.
• Comprehension of theory of operations of communications systems and troubleshooting skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite of software to include Visio and OneNote.
• Proficient at multi-tasking, setting priorities, managing time effectively while working independently to develop timely and effective solutions.

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• Not Relocation Eligible.
• Not eligible for employee referral.

This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSACAS), 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:

The salary range for this role is 66,000 USD - 130,000 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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