Systems Reliability Engineer 1

Systems Reliability Engineer 1The Space & Airborne (SAS) Center within Systems Engineering & Test Capabilities (SE&TC) is seeking talented Systems Reliability Engineer 1 who will focus on Reliability and Failure Investigation work products. The Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) SAS Department supports troubleshooting, resolving system-level failures, and driving reliability improvements across radar hardware and software programs.Life Cycle Engineering optimizes product supportability, effectiveness, and efficiency across the entire lifecycle from design through production, sustainment, and field operations. LCE ensures Raytheon products remain dependable, operable, safe, and affordable. This is an onsite role in El Segundo, California.What You Will Do:Collect and analyze failure data to identify trends, root causes, and reliability issuesLead or support root cause analysis (RCA) and ensure effective corrective and preventive actions are definedWork cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams to resolve issuesEnsure timely closure of failure reports and proper documentation of findingsMonitor reliability metrics and provide regular reports to stakeholdersSupport continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product reliability and performanceEnsure compliance with company standards and relevant industry regulationsQualifications You Must Have:Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and experienceSupport FRACAS activities by documenting failures, tracking corrective actions, and assisting with sustainment engineering tasks such as depot return reviews or repair coordination.Assist in troubleshooting hardware or software issues, support qualification and test activities, and contribute to basic root-cause analysis using structured methods.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 clearanceQualifications We Prefer:Experience with data analysis and automation tools (Microsoft Office, MATLAB, Python).Exposure to various military platforms for weapons conveyance, such as ships, ground combat systems, fixed and rotary wing aircraftExperience working with failure tracking systemsRoot cause analysis methods (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone)Reliability concepts (MTBF, Weibull analysis, FMEA/FMECA)Data analysis tools (Excel, Minitab, JMP, or similar)Knowledge of quality standards (e.g., MIL-HDBK-217, MIL-HDBK-338, MIL-HDBK-1547, or similar)Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teamsWhat 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.Flexible work environment – flexible schedules (i.e. 9/80 schedule) and work-life balance programsRelocation Eligible – Relocation assistance is availableThe salary range for this role is 62,900 USD - 119,700 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.