Principal Software Test Engineer

Date Posted:

2026-07-10

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CA-GOLETA-H04 ~ 115 Robin Hill Rd ~ BLDG H04

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 Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after 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.

Our EW Software Team in Goleta, Santa Barbara County, CA is looking to hire a Principal Software Test Engineer to work onsite.

• Raytheon Goleta, CA Location

What You Will Do:

• Lead and participate with a Software Test team with these responsibilities:
• Derive testing requirements from System and Software development specifications.
• Design and implement test configurations for various stages of hardware and software development.
• Do physical installations and connections of equipment and software to establish and maintain test environment, and update as needed.
• Create test plans to demonstrate compliance with software specifications.
• Execute test plans and document results.
• Prepare and submit documentation in accordance with Contractor Data Requirements List (CDRL).
• Produce planning and technical work products for internal customers to form original solutions to complex problems.
• As the Test Team Leader, you will also be responsible for managing budget and schedule for testing.  You will be responsible for interacting with other disciplines, such as Hardware, Electrical and Systems, and other team leaders and senior technical staff to insure the completeness and success of software testing.  Engage with fast pace and dynamic product development environment.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience setting up, configuring, and connecting test scenarios using target hardware, input and driver devices, and data collection systems
• Team leadership experience including managing people, budget and schedules.
• Lab experience in product testing using logic analyzers, high-speed. oscilloscopes, signal generators, and system on chip debugging tools, or similar.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. government-issued security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Ability to drive results and coordinate with Software, Hardware, and Systems teams, and agile processes.
• Experience developing technical documents for internal and customer distribution.
• Familiarity with object-oriented programming languages, software design, integration and test.
• Familiarity with embedded microprocessor design, system on a chip software design, FPGAs, high-speed transceivers, DDR, flash memories, block diagrams, signal analyses or signal generation, and real-time operating systems.
• Good written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Existing Secret security clearance.
• Electronic Warfare Electronic Attack/Electronic Support (EA/ES), Radar, or Secure Communications technology knowledge.
• Familiarity with Software Tools like Jenkins/Jira, DevSecOps, Interfaces and bus standards
• Experience with scripting and test automation.

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, Innovation, and Safety.
• Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.
• This requisition is eligible for an Employee Referral Award.  ALL eligibility requirements must be met to receive the referral award.

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.

• This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), 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: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

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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 118,300 USD - 224,900 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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