Vertical Launching System (VLS) Shipboard Test Engineer

Date Posted:

2026-08-28



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-MS-PASCAGOULA-1000-CUST ~ 1000 Access Rd ~ ACCESS (External Site)



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:

Secret - Current



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.

Raytheon Field Engineering is currently seeking a VLS Shipboard Test Engineer to perform Installation, Configuration, Activation, Stage Testing, and Advanced Troubleshooting for all Raytheon and non-Raytheon equipment connected to the TSCEI network and the MK57 Vertical Launching System. Shipboard testing activities will be conducted on-site at Pascagoula MS, during ship systems activation, test and At-Sea periods.  

The VLS Test Engineer will function as a technical member of the Shipboard Test Team interacting with a variety of stakeholders including reporting to the Shipboard Test Lead, along with interacting with System Integration and System Test Management, Navy Agencies, Navy Labs, Zumwalt Prime Contractors and selected major vendors. This position will require up to 30% travel to testing and activation locations, to include at-sea periods onboard Zumwalt class ships. 

What You Will Do

• Perform equipment installation, checkout, testing, reporting of results, Hardware and Firmware upgrades and maintain records as required.
• Conduct integration of HW, Stage Testing activation, and sell-off of MK57 system.
• Interact with both Zumwalt shipbuilders and their vendors in a collaborative manner
  Provide daily internal status reports to the Shipboard Test lead.
• Establish and maintain relationships with Engineering and customer representatives. 
• Provide underway system support for at sea test events.
• Perform normal climbing and lifting associated with shipboard electronic work. 

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and 5 years of prior relevant experience.
• 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.
• Vertical Launching Systems (VLS) MK57 and or MK46 experience to include installation and maintenance.
• Electrical background experience.

Qualifications We Prefer

• MK57 or MK46 Certified Cardholder.
• Unix or Linux software background.
• Experience operating and testing naval radars.
• Experience with troubleshooting and root-cause analysis.
• Experience supporting multiple disciplines, and flexible travelling to support the radar.
• Prior experience working onboard ships

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, and Innovation.

Not relocation eligible.

Eligible for employee referral.

This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSACAS), 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

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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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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