Test & Validation Engineer (Metrology)

Date Posted:
2026-01-19
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-AZ-TUCSON-811A ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 811A (External Site)
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.Security Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance: Secret
Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required on 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.

Raytheon is seeking a highly motivated optical engineer that can work individually or on engineering teams developing optical, radiometric, and laser calibration methods, processes, and capabilities; analyzing measurement systems and error sources; and contributing to continuous improvement of calibration processes in the Metrology Department. Works autonomously with limited oversight. Work to influence parties within and outside work areas at an operational level regarding policies, practices and procedures. Coaches and reviews the work of lower-level professionals.

What You will Do
Develop optical, radiometric, and laser calibration methods, processes, and capabilities

Provide technical support to technicians calibrating and maintaining optical, radiometric, and laser test equipment and test systems

Help lead collaboration efforts with engineering, operations and management to improve test equipment configuration, quality, repeatability, and measurement traceability.

Develop written calibration procedures, calibration laboratory methods, processes, and capabilities

Develop automated calibration procedures using various programing languages for measuring and test equipment.

Develop measurement data analysis tools and perform data analysis of optical, radiometric, and laser measurement data

Create uncertainty analyses for calibration procedures

Qualifications You Must Have
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience.

2 years of technical/engineering experience in a design, manufacturing, and/or engineering environment.

The ability to obtain and maintain a Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Clearance (ATF).
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.
Qualifications We Prefer

Problem solving, good oral and written communication, and ability to work well in a dynamic environment

Experience with interpretation of electrical schematics

Experience in the field of Metrology calibrations and experience with Optics, Radiometry, and Lasers

Hands-on optical, electrical, and mechanical aptitude

Basic understanding and application of ISO 17025:2017 and ANSI/NSCL Z540

Familiarity with software development in BASIC, LabVIEW, C, or Python

Basic understanding of uncertainty analysis and statistical process control

Basic knowledge of calibration quality standards.

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.

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 68,900 USD - 131,100 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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