HWIL Master Technician

Date Posted:

2026-01-26

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-805 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 805

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.​ 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 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.

What You Will Do:

The HWIL-RF Department is looking for a Master Technician to work with a team of engineers to execute tests within HWIL Laboratories. Assignments will include lab operations, system maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of existing electronic, modification of the system for new capabilities, for electronic and mechanical, laboratory and scientific systems within the laboratories.

You will work from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts or defined plans to perform prototyping or building of cable and electrical components in support of engineering testing. The candidate will use computer-aided engineering design software to design, update, and release technical data packages. You will learn how to operate the engineering development stations including the use of both Windows and Linux operating systems with a focus on thoroughness and repeatability using documented procedures, as well as assisting in developing new procedures. An understanding of basic RF troubleshooting, integration, and test equipment desired. This position requires a strong desire and ability for working in a team environment within HWIL-RF engineering laboratories completing hardware and software test set up, generating test data, and reviewing test output used by engineers to determine laboratory functionality. If you love to have variety in your work, this is the environment for you.

What You Will Learn

System level knowledge of the products the HWIL department supports

Working across a multi-disciplined group of engineers Development and integration of software for an HWIL system.

Qualifications You Must Have

• AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training, such as military technical training) with a minimum of 10-years relevant technical experience.

• Experience and understanding of circuit troubleshooting, analysis, and characterization techniques

• Current secret or higher security clearance with the ability to obtain a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) clearance

• Basic knowledge of RF test equipment, such as spectrum analyzer, network analyzer, and oscilloscope

• Active and transferrable US government issued Secret security clearance (not interim) is required prior to start date. US citizenship is required, as only US citizens are eligible for security clearance

• Ability to obtain a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) security clearance

• An SSBI security clearance is required for access to sensitive compartmented information and has additional restrictions beyond a Secret security clearance. These include citizenship verification, credit and financial history, check of your spouse, partner or other individuals you cohabitate with, interviews with applicant provided references, a check of foreign contacts, foreign travel, possible foreign financial interest, police investigations, FBI database check, relatives, military history and involvement in noncriminal court actions.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with operating Windows or Linux operating systems computers

• Knowledge of equipment rack assembly, cable assembly/installation, and electronics maintenance

• Knowledge of test equipment such as data acquisition systems, oscilloscopes, bus analyzers, logic analyzers, network analyzers, and/or spectrum analyzers

• Knowledge of software languages such as Java, C, C++, or similar languages

• Experience troubleshooting systems using test equipment such as data acquisition systems, oscilloscopes, bus analyzers, logic analyzers, network analyzers, and/or spectrum analyzers

• Knowledge of CAD software packages (electrical or mechanical)

• Existing SSBI clearance 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."

Learn More & Apply Now

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 66,800 USD - 127,200 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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