Advanced Technology Programs IPTL (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Flexible work schedules

Educational assistance

Relocation eligibility

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to lead Integrated Product Teams (IPTL) in McKinney, TX. The role focuses on program execution, technical leadership, and cross-functional coordination to deliver a compliant system on schedule and within cost targets.

Onsite role requiring active Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship, with engaging leadership across Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain to mitigate risks and deliver production-ready designs.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) with 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience in Program Management and IPT execution within the Defense Industry.
• Leading cross-functional teams across Engineering, Contracts, Finance, Procurement, Manufacturing, Quality.

Responsibilities

• Meet contractual commitments (financial, technical, schedule).
• Report program metrics including EAC to leadership.
• Provide technical execution leadership to design, develop, integrate & test a system to meet performance and cost targets.
• Communicate status and needed support to Raytheon leadership and customers; align Sub-IPTs.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Program management

Communication

Mentoring

Risk management

Education

STEM degree

Tools

EVMS

IMP/IMS

Risk management process

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-31 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: 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: Secret - Current Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on 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’s Advanced Technology SBU Engineering Team is seeking an Principal Systems Engineer to perform in the role of Integrated Product Team Lead (IPTL) supporting a development program focusing on program execution. This role will provide leadership and robust execution practices. The IPTL will manage all aspects of program execution in accordance with contractual requirements as well ensuring the technical subsystem requirements are achieved. The IPTL will maintain and strengthen our customer and industry partner/supplier relationships through effective coordination in a complex environment. This IPTL role requires proactive and effective collaboration and communication across the program, with members of the Chief Technologist Pyramids and technical subject matter experts, and with the appropriate Customer stakeholders. This is an onsite role located in McKinney, TX.

What You Will Do

• Meet contractual commitments including financial, technical, and schedule performance of assigned program(s) within contractual boundaries and company expectations
• Report business metrics to both the program and functional leadership including Estimates At Complete (EAC)
• Provide the technical execution leadership required to design, develop, integrate & test, verify, qualify and deliver a system that complies with performance requirements and Design To Cost targets
• Communicate both to the Raytheon leadership and the customer community to provide program status, accomplishments, issues, and help needed, while influencing the Sub-IPTs to ensure program alignment and teamwork
• As a member of the Program Leadership Team, contribute to developing and aligning on common program vision and execution strategies
• Manage the development maturation of emerging technology to deliver a production ready design, within a challenging schedule and system
• Provide program leadership to the Sub-IPTs and many collaborative partners from Engineering, Operations, Mission Assurance, and Global Supply Chain
• Actively work to identify, manage, and mitigate risks or capture opportunities
• Provide mentoring and guidance to all team members
• Travel as necessary to support the Program

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience
• Experience in Program Management and/or IPT execution within the Defense Industry
• Experience leading cross-functional teams, to include at least 4 of the following: Engineering, Contracts, Finance, Procurement/Supply Chain, Manufacturing/Operations, Quality Management, and/or administrative functions
• Experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Integrated Master Plan (IMP) / Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), and/or Risk and Opportunity Management
• Active and transferable Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain special program access after start
• U.S. Citizenship is required as only U.S. Citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with defense system development process
• Working knowledge of USG and RTX contract formation, execution, and management
• Experience with leading development and maintenance across multiple program sites
• Program Management certification (RTX Level 6 equivalent or above)
• Excellent presentation and proposal skills
• Champion all of RTX’s values while managing multiple and competing priorities

What We Offer

Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs.

• Parental (including paternal) leave
• Flexible work schedules
• Achievement awards
• Educational assistance
• Child/adult backup care
• Relocation Eligibility - Relocation assistance is available

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.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

• 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.

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.