Raytheon Technologies

Principal Electrical Engineer, Engineering Test Systems (Onsite)

Raytheon Technologies$107K — $204K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree in STEM with 8 years of experience or Advanced Degree with 5 years of experience.
  • 5+ years of electrical design and integration experience preferred.
  • Experience modifying and supporting test equipment with operators.
  • Proven ability to manage and execute engineering projects.
  • Hands-on experience in designing and troubleshooting electrical test systems.
  • Familiarity with LabView software development is a plus.
  • Strong communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and determine equipment needs for product testing.
  • Analyze interface and electrical circuit requirements for functionality.
  • Design harnessing for test equipment and setups.
  • Incorporate instrumentation into testing setups.
  • Oversee build, operation, and troubleshooting of electrical systems.
  • Create electrical schematics for team communication.
  • Estimate projects to stay within budget and time constraints.
  • Mentor new or early career peers in the engineering domain.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Three weeks of vacation for new employees.
  • Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching and retirement contributions.
  • Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment programs.
  • Life insurance and disability coverage options.
  • Parental leave and adoption assistance benefits.
  • Employee wellness incentives and virtual healthcare options.
Full Job Description

Date Posted:

2026-07-17

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IL-ROCKFORD-P6 ~ 4747 Harrison Ave ~ 4747 HARRISON AVE-P6

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

What You Will Do

  • Evaluate new product test specifications and determine the equipment requirements needed to meet testing needs.

  • Analyze requirements for unit testing interfaces and electrical circuits to ensure proper functionality.

  • Design harnessing for test equipment and test setups to support accurate and efficient testing.

  • Incorporate instrumentation into test setups, including monitoring for flows, pressures, load, torque, airspeed, vibration, and temperature.

  • Design and coordinate the build, checkout, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical systems in collaboration with the hourly workforce.

  • Create electrical schematics to document designs and ensure clear communication across teams.

  • Create project estimates and work within budget constraints for time and cost to meet project goals.

  • Provide mentoring to new or early career peers.

  • Drive Process Standardization and document it with Standard Work

  • Drive Non-Recurring Expense (NRE) reduction efforts in Test Engineering processes

  • Drive AutoCad-E as the common platform for Electrical Designs

Qualifications You Must Have

  • Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience

Qualifications We Prefer

  • 5+ years of electrical design and integration experience

  • Experience working with test operators to modify and support test equipment.

  • Experience preparing and presenting analysis, reports, test results, and other contract deliverables related to analyses performed

  • Demonstrated ability to manage and execute both small and large engineering projects.

  • Hands-on experience designing, building, integrating, and troubleshooting electrical test equipment and test systems.

  • Ability to understand or support LabView software development is a plus

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

What We Offer

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

 Medical, dental, and vision insurance

 Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees

 Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option

 Tuition reimbursement program

 Student Loan Repayment Program

 Life insurance and disability coverage

 Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance,critical illnessinsurance, group legal, ID theft protection

 Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits

 Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning

 Adoption Assistance

 Autism Benefit

 Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions

 Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program

 Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits

 Bright Horizons, child and elder care services

 Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program

 And more!

Learn More & Apply Now!

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to 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.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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 candidates 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 companys 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.

About Raytheon Technologies

Raytheon Solipsys, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Raytheon Company, is an industry leader in the development of integrated Command and Control (C2) Network-Centric solutions for the Domestic and International DoD and Homeland Security. Through proven systems and software engineering practices, built on the invention and application of innovative technologies, they deliver the C2 infrastructure necessary to effectively control security/military forces in any environment. Their reliable solutions assure information superiority, increased shared awareness, deep sensor reach, aircraft control, air defense, disaster management, and time-critical decision making.

Raytheon Technologies Careers

Join the innovative world of Raytheon Technologies, a leader in aerospace and defense, where we offer unparalleled job opportunities in an environment that champions diversity, leadership, and professional growth.

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At Raytheon Technologies, you’ll be part of a company that values innovation and leadership. Our team is dedicated to solving some of the most complex challenges in aerospace and defense, making significant impacts worldwide. With a culture that fosters diversity and inclusion, you will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry.

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Whether you’re starting your career or looking to advance, Raytheon Technologies offers a range of employment and internship opportunities that can help you achieve your professional goals. Our internships provide a solid foundation of skills and experiences, while our full-time positions offer a path to personal and professional growth within the company.

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1922
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