2026 Full-time - Quality Mission Assurance Engineer - Onsite (White Sands, NM)

Date Posted:

2026-03-04

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-NM-WHITE SANDS-038 ~ RTSC Milepost 186 ~ BLDG LC38, Mars Site, Hwy 70E

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:

Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

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. 

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.

As an Operations Quality Engineer I you will be working hands on with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment with plenty of challenging opportunities supporting production.  You will be working directly with our manufacturing processes, products, first article inspections, creating/maintaining work/inspection instructions, and preparing for audits.  Your knowledge and experience will be valued and contribute to furthering the success of Raytheon delivering quality products to our customers.

Raytheon Integrated Defense Systems Mission Capability Verification Center (MCVC) located at White Sands Missile Range (WSMR), NM is seeking a talented and results oriented Quality Engineer I to join the Mission Assurance Team. Work is onsite in a remote location and often requires overtime hours, including weekend work.

What You Will Do:

• Work in remote and hazardous locations to support program requirements.
• Will work in an environment where there is energized equipment, radiation hazards, and unexploded ordnance
• Perform quality inspections, test verifications and process validations in support of multiple radar and missile programs. 
• Work with mechanical, electro-mechanical, and electronic material and assemblies.
• Complete verification and validation activities through performance of inspections, test mission plans and procedures, technical data package, other procedures and calibration activities
• Capture quality data and helps prepare reports on quality metrics and results, assist with identification, resolution, and closure of nonconformances/none-compliances. 
• Track and report progress of product through life cycle and support materials / tooling. 
• Perform work phases in all phases of product life cycle from incoming through product verification, validation, sale, and post-sale support. 
• Perform work on calibration items, updates database, calibration checks and adjustments.

Qualifications You Must Have: 

• Requires a bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM)
• 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:

• Existing DoD Secret Clearance
• Work overtime hours, weekend work and travel (up to 25%) as required
• Working knowledge of basic computer skills and programs (for example Word, Outlook, Excel, Power Point).
• Working experience inspecting complex and non-complex circuit card, cable, mechanical, and/or system level equipment
• Working experience with inspection and/or test equipment (i.e., Microscopes, Calipers, Gauge Blocks, and/or Digital Multi-Meter).
• Working experience in quality inspection and test methods and workmanship standards (i.e., MIL-HDBK-454, J-STD-001, IPC-A-610, and / or IPC-A-620).
• Experience in a quality capacity with Department of Defense (DoD) or a DoD Contractor.
• Experience with radar and/or missile systems (THAAD, Patriot system or similar programs.
• Experience using complex inspection equipment (for example Comparator, Coordinate Measurement Machines).
• Knowledge of inspection and calibration programs and databases.
• Ability to learn and apply daily inspection, test data capture in various computer programs such as SAP, ALCS (internal), or other calibration, inspection, and test reporting computer applications.
• Ability to multi-task, work in exciting environment, goal oriented, and work with minimal supervision.

What We Offer:

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Learn More & Apply Now!

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

• Location: White Sands Missile Range, NM
• Relocation assistance is not provided for this role
• 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.
• Clearance Information: This position requires 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

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 57,200 USD - 108,800 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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