Test Equipment Software Lead

Date Posted:

2026-08-25

 Country:

United States of America

 Location:

US-AL-HUNTSVILLE-401 ~ 401 Jan Davis Dr NW ~ JAN DAVIS 401

 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 RTX, 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.

This position is 100% on site in Huntsville, Alabama

Job Summary:

The Test Solutions Engineering Center (TSEC) team Hardware Discipline Directorate is a multi-discipline organization responsible for developing advanced windows application solutions for all Raytheon products. We are hands-on, designers using the latest technology and tools, and integrating state-of-the-art software solutions with the most advanced engineering systems in the world. TEE products are in engineering labs, in the field, and in production environments utilized for weapon system products. TEE has job opportunities across all phases of the engineering lifecycle, including demonstrations, early engineering tests, design verification tests, production, and post-production sustainment.

We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time position as Test Equipment Software Lead. This position is focused on the design, development, integration, and maintenance of software as a part of on-site factory support of systems to support weapon system product development. The selected candidate will develop applications, libraries, and instrument drivers using the software style, development language, and integrated development environment specified by the organization.

The selected candidate will contribute to multidiscipline engineering teams. Typical work involves the development of both engineering and production equipment, environments, and systems. As such, the candidate will contribute to the completion of all stages of product development for Raytheon Missile weapon system products. They will be expected to work, either as a part of a team or independently, to drive or perform design, develop, and implement system level applications in support of producing and maintaining weapon system products.

This position will be supporting any (or all) of the following products:

The SM ‑ 6 missile is designed to provide capability combining anti-air warfare, terminal ballistic missile defense, and anti-surface warfare in a single weapon system.

The SM3-IIA and SM3-IB missiles are kill vehicles designed to develop and deploy a layered defense system to protect against ballistic missile threats.

What You Will Do:

Lead by example, adheres to, and ensures alignment with Raytheon Values and Behaviors

Design, develop and integrate object-oriented software applications using C#, C++ in Microsoft Visual Studio in a Windows Operating System (OS)

Prioritize and handle multiple software engineering tasks concurrently

Troubleshoot software and test equipment instrumentation in Common Factory Test Platform (CFTP) solutions

Provide Solutions that work in an Automation production environment with test solutions that have thermal and vibration testing capabilities

Work in a multidiscipline engineering team environment

Interact and engage with Engineering, Operations Managers, Operations PTEs, Directorate leads, Program Leaders as well as Functional leaders to drive factory readiness and robustness

Develop and derive requirements for software products

Lead and mentor junior and mid-career software engineers

Drive consistency and commonality across multiple product SW teams

Qualifications You Must Have:

Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience.

Experience in developing and integrating software applications using programming languages including but not limited to ATEasy, C++, C#, Java, Python or Visual Basic.

Experience in utilizing integrated development environments and debugging tools to troubleshoot software implementation and ensure integrity of the software products.

Prior experience in Windows Operating System and Microsoft Visual Studio is required.

Prior experience in factory/laboratory test instrumentation, electronics, and software (Ex. oscilloscopes, power supplies, digital multimeters)

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.

Qualifications We Prefer:

Experience developing Production Test Equipment in an Automation environment

Experience in KMES, Common Test Platforms, Keysight and/or Teradyne products

Experience with computer architecture and computer hardware optimization techniques

Experience of the development of software drivers for the operation of computer hardware interfaces

Experience in common computer hardware interface and data protocols such as TCP/IP, UDP, or RS-422

Experience with Unified Modeling Language (UML) to visualize software architecture and design

Experience in software development lifecycles, such as Waterfall and Agile

Experience with Software Configuration Management principles

Experience with Microsoft Azure DevOps Server or GitHub

Written and interpersonal communication skills

Experience in leading teams/projects in a technical capacity

What We Offer:

A total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, 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.

Huntsville, Alabama, earned the nickname "ROCKET CITY" for its close association with U.S. space research since 1950. RTX has been here since the early years, having launched its Huntsville operations as the Raytheon Company in 1948. Some of the brightest minds in aerospace and defense call it home. Can you see yourself here?

This role is 100% onsite in Huntsville, AL and qualifies for relocation assistance.

Learn More & Apply Now!

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work 100% onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

Clearance Information: 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

Huntsville, AL: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-huntsville,-al-location

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 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all ex