Date Posted:
2026-07-15
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WC ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING C BLDG
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 freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.
Raytheon EO/IR Solutions is seeking an engineering leader with a strong background in production and sustainment programs, specifically in Multi-Spectral Target Systems (MTS). The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in hardware sustainment across multiple programs and demonstrate the ability to lead cross-discipline engineering teams in a high-tempo environment. This role requires a proactive, self-motivated individual with exceptional communication skills to effectively collaborate with Engineering, Program Management, Supply Chain, Factory Management, and Operations teams.
The primary responsibilities include overseeing and prioritizing daily activities for Electrical, Mechanical, and Reliability Engineers, supporting multiple MTS variants across sustainment and development programs. The candidate will lead troubleshooting efforts on deliverable products, verify and validate component performance to specifications, and drive design and process improvements to sustain and enhance hardware performance. The candidate will collaborate closely with the software engineering team to ensure the timely availability of assets required to support software development schedules. This position also involves mentoring engineers, ensuring the successful implementation of technical solutions, and providing leadership for field and factory sustainment activities. The candidate will be responsible for driving improvements, maintaining cost and schedule objectives, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to meet program and factory goals. This is an onsite role located in McKinney, TX.
What You Will Do
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Provide technical oversight and leadership for the assembly and testing of Raytheon-built hardware across multiple programs.
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Prioritize and coordinate sustaining engineering functions (Electrical, Mechanical, and Reliability Engineers) to meet daily operational and program needs.
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Lead cross-functional teams to identify and implement improvements in cycle time, cost reduction, and product reliability.
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Manage the training and onboarding programs for new engineers, fostering skill development and team integration.
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Drive technical decision-making processes, resolving conflicts within sustaining engineering teams or escalating to the appropriate authority when necessary.
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Lead troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for deliverable hardware issues, ensuring timely resolution and implementation of corrective actions.
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Support proposal efforts through Basis of Estimate (BOE) generation.
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Provide timely and accurate Estimates at Complete.
Qualifications You Must Have
- Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience.
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Experience with MTS EO/IR systems in development, production, and/or sustainment environments.
- Experience leading cross-discipline teams and managing competing priorities across multiple programs.
- The ability to obtain an Secret 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.
Qualifications We Prefer
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Experience as a Cost Account Manager (CAM) and in creating Basis of Estimates (BOEs) for proposals.
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Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies and tools to optimize production and sustainment operations.
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Experience in mentoring and developing technical talent within engineering teams.
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Demonstrated ability to lead through change and adapt to evolving program and factory priorities.
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Exceptional oral and written communication skills to effectively interface with diverse teams and stakeholders. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong organizational, planning, and team-building skills, with a demonstrated ability to deliver results under tight deadlines.
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.
Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance is available.
Learn More & Apply Now!
Please consider the following role type definition as you apply 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.
This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA), 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
McKinney, TX: Raytheon North Texas Location
We Are RTX
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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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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