Software Systems Quality Engineer - Tewksbury, MA

Job description

Date Posted

2026-08-11 Country: United States of America Location: US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB3 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ CONCORD BLDG, Tewksbury Tb3 300 Concord 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 RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems.

With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Raytheon brings 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.

We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. We have an immediate need for an onsite Software Systems Quality Engineer (Compliance) to support Land & Air Defense Systems (LADS). Programs LADS includes Global Patriot, Ghost-Eye / Lower Tier Air & Missile Defense, National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile, Multi-Function Radio Frequency Sensor, Stinger, Next Generation Short-Range Interceptor, TOW, Javelin, Excalibur, and Counter Unmanned Aerial systems.

Locations Software Quality collaborates with Engineering (Software, Systems, Integration/Test, Safety) and other Quality functions (Program Quality Leads, Hardware Quality). Activities occur ONSITE every week and every day (Monday through Friday). Majority of activities occur daily at primary Tewksbury MA site (50 Apple Hill Drive). Test Witnessing occurs monthly at nearby Andover MA site (362 Lowell Street). Test Witnessing may occur annually at Pelham NH site (50 Bush Hill Road).

Collaborative visits periodically occur to Marlborough MA (1001 Boston Post Rd).

What You Will Do

Within Quality & Mission Assurance, the Software Quality Engineering department performs classified activities in secure labs and unclassified activities in dedicated workspaces. SWQE Tasks

• Review of Document Deliverables (CDRL), Command Media (Policies), SW Release Packages (Windchill PDM, Azure DevOps), SW Requirements Changes, SW/System Defects, SW Pulls (Code Reviews), Media, and Test Artifacts. Participation in Peer Reviews (SW, SE), Control Boards (CCB, SRB), Tracking Books (Metrics), Test Witnessing (SQT, FQT), and Audits.

What You Will Learn

• Focus Areas Compliance
• Ensure digital products adhere to contractual requirements. Review and approve inputs/outputs to/from partner organizations.

Products

• Ensure integrity of the technical data package. Identify, collect, and measure software quality attributes, metrics, and data.

Improvement

• Perform independent evaluations and risk assessments across lifecycle. Facilitate root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Processes

• Leverage modern experiences with software development and quality best practices. Increasingly adopt Agile and DevSecOps methodologies.

Teamwork

• Interact with customers, product development, and test personnel. Provide guidance to senior leadership, team members, and group peers.

Qualifications

You Must Have Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Security Clearance. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) Education and 2 years of Quality or Engineering experience. 2 years’ working experience in a Quality or Technical role with a combination of applying principles across the following: Agile: SCRUM teams, sprints / increments, stories / points, backlog / burndown, continuous integration/delivery (CI/CD).

Testing

execution witnessing, location, plans, procedures, requirements traceability, reports.

Requirements

verification, software specifications, systems specifications, functionality, performance, statement of work, contracts.

Software

lifecycle processes, requirements decomposition, code reviews, functions, features, builds, configuration management.

Defects

quantification, severity, priority, age, resolution, effort, impact, implementation.

Release

delivery management, checklists, labels, versions, licenses, repositories, software executables, release notes, security bulletins, training manuals, user guides.

Metrics

defining, developing, monitoring, measuring, reporting, dashboards, tools (e.g., Business Insight reports, Jira reports, Excel tables).

Analysis

identifying process issue Root Causes and implementing Corrective Actions.

Qualifications

We Prefer Advanced Degree Working experience in the following areas: Certifications: Quality, Software Eng., Systems Eng., Agile, Cyber / IA, Project Management.

PowerPoint

briefing creation and presentation to Senior Management.

Standards

quality principles via AS9115, AS9100, ISO9001.

Policies

Quality Management Systems (QMS) and/or Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Compliance

evaluation, validation, auditing, corrective actions.

Maintenance

processes, patches, upgrades, installation, backups, recovery, synchronization.

Projects

leading, coordination, planning, prioritization, execution, escalation.

Strategy

leading cross-functional initiatives, collaborating with Business-Technical stakeholders.

Familiarity/training in the following areas

DevSecOps: Toolchains (Confluence, ADS – Azure DevOps Server, Jenkins, GitHub, Coverity).

Development

Integrated Development Environment (IDE) applications, modeling, databases (ClearCase, DOORS, RQM, Cameo, Rhapsody, Oracle, SAP).

Networking

maintaining computer networks to ensure reliable, secure, and efficient communication between devices and systems.

Connectivity

physical networks, virtual networks, local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), cloud-based infrastructures.

Configurations

installing or verifying devices routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, as well as monitoring performance and identifying bottlenecks.

Protocols

OSI, TCP, IP, IPsec, TLS, DHCP, SNMP, FC, SCSI, DNS, IDS, SIEM.

Integration

security, systems, software, hardware, connectivity, tools, equipment.

Technology

devices, applications, servers, virtual machines, networks, storage.

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. Relocation is not offered for this opportunity. Learn More & Apply Now!

This role is designated as 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 War, 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 #LI-Onsite 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 68,900 USD - 131,100 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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