Senior Test & Validation Engineer, P3

RTX

Test & Validation Engineer ensuring engine and control system readiness for aerospace operations. Collaborating across teams to evaluate performance and troubleshoot systems.

Posted 6/17/2026full-timeRemote • Connecticut • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $86,800 - $165,200 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxPerlPHPPythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensure engine and control system hardware and software are properly configured to support ground and flight test operations, including setup, validation, and readiness activities.
Perform engine system performance evaluation and prognostic health analysis, document findings, and troubleshoot control system issues to drive timely resolution.
Support the full test execution lifecycle by participating in test planning, pre‑ and post‑test briefings, mission control room data monitoring, and coordination with test cell and flight line teams.
Execute and maintain software and diagnostic tools used during testing, ensuring accurate configuration, data integrity, and effective communication of status and emerging issues.
Configure and execute test checkout of hardware/software configurations on electronic verification benches.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
5 years of engineering experience with a bachelor’s degree or 3 years with an advanced degree.
Background in aerospace propulsion and/or engine control systems.
Experience using Linux environments and familiarity with scripting languages such as Perl and/or Python.
Experience in web development, PHP, SQL databases.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage shifting priorities, and adapt to evolving test schedules and program needs.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation Assistance
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
Holidays
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs

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Hard Skills & Tools

engine system performance evaluationprognostic health analysistroubleshootingtest planningdata monitoringsoftware configurationdiagnostic toolsLinuxscripting languagesweb development

Soft Skills

independent workpriority managementadaptabilitycommunication

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in STEM