Automation Systems Engineer II

Prattwhitney; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 68,900 - 131,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

RTX in McKinney, TX is seeking an Automation Systems Engineer II to design, implement, and sustain automation solutions and IIoT/Industry 4.0 technologies for manufacturing. The role involves integrating equipment with business systems, collaborating with customers, and guiding projects from conception through deployment.

Required are a STEM bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of relevant experience, plus active DoD Secret Clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics with 2+ years of related experience.
• Experience with SQL, Python, C#, Powershell or similar scripting.
• Data analysis experience.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance.
• Strong communication with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Experience deploying IIoT/ Industry 4.0 solutions.
• Ignition, Splunk or FactoryLogix development experience.
• Full life‑cycle deployment and integration of automation systems.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety regulations and electrical compliance.
• Experience with AutoCAD and control systems design.
• Manufacturing experience in Microelectronics or Circuit Card Assembly.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with program and factory customers to identify, develop, and define manufacturing automation and digital solutions.
• Support early New Product Introduction activities including Design for Manufacturing engagements.
• Continuous improvement, upgrades and sustainment of deployed automation systems and data workflows.
• Collaborate with the factory to identify, develop, and deploy process automation and digital solutions.
• Provide technical leadership from ideation through project execution and sustainment.
• Engage in full I4.0 project lifecycle from requirements to technical project management.

Skills

SQL

Python

C#

Powershell

Data analysis

Security clearance

IIoT deployment

Ignition

Splunk

FactoryLogix

AutoCAD

System integration

OSHA/compliance

Manufacturing IT

Education

Bachelors in STEM

Tools

Ignition

Splunk

FactoryLogix

AutoCAD

Job description

Location: McKinney, TX.

Position: Automation Systems Engineer II. Onsite. U.S.-based role.

Security clearance requirement: 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.

About the Role

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. We have an exciting opportunity for a Automation Systems Engineer II. As an Automation Systems Engineering team member, you will be responsible for the design, development, implementation, and sustainment of automation solutions and advanced IIoT / Industry 4.0 technologies in support of manufacturing. The role includes developing automation solutions for manufacturing equipment and their integration with business systems using a variety of Industry 4.0 tools (Splunk, Ignition or Aegis Factory Logix).

What you will do

• Collaborate with program and factory customers to identify, develop, and define manufacturing automation and digital solutions.
• Support early 'New Product Introduction' activities including Design for Manufacturing engagements to shape Raytheon products and automation solutions.
• Continuous improvement, upgrades, and sustainment of deployed automation systems using core Automation skills including data gathering from equipment and creating actionable human and automated actions for production flow.
• Collaborate with the factory to identify, development, and deploy process automation systems and digital solutions.
• Provide technical leadership through early project phases (ideation through project definition) and continued technical guidance after transition to the project execution team.
• Exposure and input to full I4.0 project lifecycle- from requirements generation to technical project management to execution & sustainment of automation projects.

Qualifications you must have

• Typically requires a Bachelors degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics(STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.
• Experience with database administration in SQL Python, C#, Powershell or other scripting experience.
• Data analysis experience.
• Active DOD Secret Clearance.
• Strong communication skills including the ability to convey complex technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience with deploying complex IIOT based systems.
• Ignition, Splunk or Aegis FactoryLogix development experience.
• Professional experience with the full life-cycle deployment and integration of automation systems.
• Good knowledge of safety regulations (e.g. OSHA) and electrical compliances.
• Experience with control systems design (AutoCAD preferred).
• Manufacturing experience in Microelectronics or Circuit Card Assembly.

We Offer

• 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

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.

Salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 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.

This position is NOT eligible for relocation.

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.

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.

Company Culture

At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

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.

About RTX

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.