> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3066336-senior-hardware-test-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3066336-senior-hardware-test-engineer). 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). --- # Senior Hardware Test Engineer - **Company:** RTX - **Location:** Andover, MA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $86,800.0 - $165,200.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Learning Management Systems, White-Box Testing, MATLAB, Signal Processing, Hardware Testing - **Published:** September 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://globalhr.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/REC_RTX_Ext_Gateway/job/US-MA-ANDOVER-AN1--350-Lowell-St--AN1-ESSEX-BLDG/Senior-Hardware-Test-Engineer_01877190 ## About the Role 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, * Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years' experience * Hands-on mechanical aptitude and willingness to work in a lab environment * Experience in one or more of the following areas: Signal processing, data acquisition, field test instrumentation, or structural testing * The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance * Willingness to travel to domestic Raytheon sites, suppliers, and government facilities Qualifications We Prefer * Proficiency with Siemens LMS Simcenter/Test.Lab and Unholtz-Dickie vibration control systems/software * Strong working knowledge of specifications and requirements with the ability to report compliance for Thermal and Vibration ESS, HALT, and HASS testing * Willingness for international travel to Middle East, Asia, and Europe to foreign sites, suppliers, and facilities * Experience in Hardware and Environmental Testing (i.e. Dynamic Shock/Vibration, Climatic, Structural) * Experience with Matlab ## Description Raytheon is seeking a mid-level career Senior Hardware Test Engineer to join the Mechanical Analysis and Test Department. In this role you will be responsible for comprehensive test support during all phases of programs including development and production. Hardware Testing will cover a wide range of difficult problems, requiring solutions that are imaginative, thorough, practicable, and consistent with organization objectives. The types of Hardware Tests include Proof of Design, Risk Mitigation, Proof of Manufacturing, Environmental Confidence Testing, Environmental Qualification, and Engineering Tests on operating and non-operating hardware. Additionally, Hardware Test personnel develop environmental stress screening requirements and provide rapid response factory production support. You will be expected to meet the test objectives and will be held accountable for completing the work within the agreed cost and schedule. The customers of this position will include internal personnel and programs as well as external Government(s) personnel and programs. 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