> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3023381-test-architect-standard-missile-development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3023381-test-architect-standard-missile-development). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Test Architect - Standard Missile Development - **Company:** RTX - **Location:** Tucson, AZ, United States - **Salary:** $107,500.0 - $204,500.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Systems Engineering, Systems Integration, Strategies of Testing - **Published:** September 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://globalhr.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/REC_RTX_Ext_Gateway/job/US-AZ-TUCSON-805--1151-E-Hermans-Rd--BLDG-805/Test-Architect---Standard-Missile-Development_01875495-1 ## About the Role 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, Typically requires a Bachelor's in science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of Eight (8) years of prior relevant experience. * An active and in-scope Secret US security clearance * Experience in Integration and Testing Qualifications We Prefer * Experience working with customers to develop program integration and test strategies * Graduate or able to enroll in the Raytheon Test Architect Development Program * Platform Integration and Test work with surface ships and/or land-based missile systems * Production line testing experience * Statistical analysis experience towards optimization of testing ## Description We are currently hiring a System Integration and Test SI&T engineer to join the standard missile Offices of the Chief Engineer. The individual will provide critical support to the day-to-day system integration and testing activities defined in the test strategy. In addition, the individual will be called on to support the evolution of individual test strategies and architectures focused on program development and execution. This leader will provide critical input in the development, maintenance and implementation of the program test strategy as it is optimized to meet program objectives. The role requires critical interaction/event planning with the Chief Engineers, Lead System Engineers, and other program TAs, in addition to software team and system integration and test team., * Responsible for supporting development and implementation of test strategy for critical aspects of the program production efforts and defining metrics to gauge progress. * Facilitates the transition between Engineering Development and Production Test Program Phases to optimize production assembly and test solutions. * Responsible for defining or optimizing test environments and requirements to ensure on-time deliveries. * Responsible for interface and coordination with internal and external organizations on test strategy, coordination, execution, and reporting activities. * Extensive interaction with Program Managers, Directorate Leads, Engineering leadership, and Technical SMEs. * Coordinate with other program IPTs/CPTs to draw on their subject matter experts to address emergent issues across the systems, software and hardware domains. * Represent the interests of the Systems Engineering and Test Conduct (SE&TC) directorate on the program. * Interface with the customer community on a regular basis to share test status, issues, and address programmatic concerns. * Have a good knowledge base for Model Based Systems Engineering and how to use this in Integration and Test for the test strategy. * Mentoring junior I&T engineers on their performance of their duties * This position may require domestic and international travel ## Related Videos - [Excellent Software Testing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/87-excellent-software-testing) - [Building the Right Product and Building It Right: A Glimpse into Extreme Programming, Atomic Design ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/398-building-the-right-product-and-building-it-right-a-glimpse-into-extreme-programming-atomic-design) - [Model Based Systems Engineering in an Agile Product Development Process](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/68-model-based-systems-engineering-in-an-agile-product-development-process) - [AI Agents & Agentic AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2017-ai-agents-agentic-ai) - [SMART Test Automation - the experience of legacy transformation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100215-smart-test-automation-the-experience-of-legacy-transformation) - [Dirty Tests And How To Clean Them](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/515-dirty-tests-and-how-to-clean-them) ## Related Articles - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [What is a Test Plan: Guide to Test Planning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/191-what-is-a-test-plan-guide-to-test-planning) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers) - [Should senior developers refuse interview coding challenges?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/29-should-senior-developers-refuse-interview-coding-challenges)