Principal Optical Test Engineer

2 days ago


San Francisco, California, United States Raytheon Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Optical Test Engineer to join our team at Raytheon RTX. As a key member of our Test Equipment Engineering organization, you will be responsible for developing, integrating, testing, and maintaining optical test equipment for our production environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop optical test requirements based on system-level performance requirements.
  • Design optical test stations for production factories, customer sites, and engineering needs.
  • Build and maintain optical test stations throughout the factory, supporting multiple programs.
  • Troubleshoot hardware for test equipment development.
  • Communicate with a larger engineering team and with functional and program leadership.
What You Will Learn
  • Optical calibration and metrology.
  • Advanced test methodology.
  • Hands-on experience building and maintaining complex optical systems.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Optical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, and a minimum of 8 years of prior engineering experience.
  • Experience designing visible or infrared optical test stations and interferometric alignment test equipment.
  • Experience developing test documentation, including test plans, alignment procedures, and calibration procedures for a production environment.
  • Experience building, aligning, testing, calibrating, and/or maintaining optical systems/optical equipment.
  • The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance is required.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with optical design software, such as ZEMAX or Code5.
  • Experience with 3D CAD software, such as CREO.
  • Familiarity with optical metrology standards and processes.
  • Experience with EO/IR systems in a production environment.
  • Experience in data analysis for identifying trends and improvement opportunities.
What We Offer

Raytheon RTX offers a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation, healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work-life benefits. We also offer career development and recognition programs, including parental leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance, and child/adult backup care.

We value diverse skills and experience, and we are committed to creating an inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and growth. If you are passionate about what you could accomplish here, we would love to hear from you.



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