About this opportunity
Original employer descriptionDate Posted:
2026-10-28


Country:
United States of America


Location:
US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WD ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING D 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.
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.
Raytheon is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support factory production operations. This individual will work closely with cross‑functional partners including manufacturing engineering, factory management, quality engineering, and operations assembly/test personnel. This role resides within the Manufacturing Engineering department.
You will evaluate performance and nonconformance data for complex mechanical assemblies, perform mechanical root‑cause analysis, and provide direction for rework, retest, and process improvements. You will collaborate with multiple functions to improve yields, reduce cycle time, enhance test/inspection processes, and support continuous improvement initiatives across production lines.
This role is a first‑shift assignment with core hours from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with an optional 9/80 schedule. Occasional weekend work may be required to support factory operations.
Key Responsibilities
Provide mechanical engineering expertise to troubleshoot assemblies failing inspection or test, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
Investigate mechanical failure trends, perform structured root‑cause and corrective action (RCCA) analysis, and implement preventive measures to mitigate systemic production issues.
Support troubleshooting and repair of mechanical components, sub‑assemblies, housings, thermal solutions, structures, and mechanical interfaces on systems produced at McKinney CMC such as ATFLIR, Harpoon, MTS, EODAS, and related programs.
Develop and maintain troubleshooting guides, mechanical rework instructions, tooling concepts, and documentation used to support production and test processes.
Drive initiatives to reduce cycle time, minimize touch labor, and improve manufacturability to optimize overall production costs.
Collaborate with cross‑functional partners to resolve technical challenges related to mechanical design, tolerance stack‑ups, materials, assembly processes, or environmental performance.
Utilize standard mechanical engineering tools—including CAD models, engineering drawings, metrology equipment, and inspection tools—to evaluate, troubleshoot, and disposition mechanical issues.
Required Skills
A bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or an advanced degree with a minimum of 3 years of experience.
Strong technical aptitude demonstrated through academic performance or hands‑on engineering experience.
Experience troubleshooting or supporting production of mechanical assemblies, components, or complex electro‑mechanical systems.
Ability to read and interpret detailed engineering drawings, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), schematics, and assembly documentation.
Experience with mechanical analysis tools or equipment such as calipers, CMMs, force/torque measurement tools, environmental chambers, or other mechanical diagnostics equipment.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government‑issued Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship required).
Desired Skills
Experience supporting Electro‑Optical/Infrared (EO/IR), mechanical structures, optics packaging, thermal management, or RF‑related mechanical hardware in a production environment.
Familiarity with common mechanical components and systems such as bearings, fasteners, heat sinks, seals, flexures, adhesives, and motion mechanisms.
Experience designing experiments or conducting structured investigations for RCCA activities.
Proficiency interpreting material specifications, tolerance stacks, mechanical drawings, and component datasheets.
Strong analytical skills for identifying trends using production and inspection data; ability to recommend process improvements.
Excellent oral and written communication skills for technical and non‑technical audiences.
Active Secret Clearance.
Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified 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.
Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.
Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). If you live within a reasonable commute of an RTX site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role.
Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.
Requires advanced knowledge of work area typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience. May have practical knowledge of project
management. Practical to substantial knowledge of RTX projects, programs or systems with the ability to make enhancements and leverage in daily work.
Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience
Engineering/Other Technical Positions: Typically requires a degree in Science,Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.
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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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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