Component Engineer (Hybrid)

RTX (Raytheon); McKinney (TX); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Component Engineer in a hybrid role based in Texas to support aerospace hardware programs. You will manage obsolescence, coordinate with suppliers, and generate source control drawings while guiding technology insertion and standardization across programs.

The role involves working with cross-functional teams, preparing verification packages, and contributing to IPTs in an agile environment to ensure mission-critical reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM and 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience in Product Data Management (PDM) systems.
• Ability to analyze data and interpret electrical component specifications.
• Experience with obsolescence methodologies.
• Familiarity with Jira or agile tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage component obsolescence, including status determination and risk coding.
• Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturers and communicate findings.
• Generate and update source control drawings (SCDs, VICDs, SIDs).
• Perform alternate part evaluations and prepare comparison matrices.
• Define environmental and performance requirements for program applications.
• Provide guidance on technology insertion and standardization within constraints.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess risks and verification plans.
• Create component verification data packages for IPTs.
• Lead component selection and library use through BOM development.
• Present obsolescence status and risks during PDRs/CDRs.

Education

Bachelor's in STEM

Tools

SCD drawings

VICD drawings

SID drawings

Jira

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-08

Country: United States of America

Location: US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WD ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING D BLDG

Position Role Type: Hybrid

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

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.

What You Will Do

• Manage component obsolescence, including active/obsolete status determination and risk coding.
• Coordinate, audit, and communicate with suppliers and manufacturers.
• Generate and update source control and interface drawings (SCDs, VICDs, SIDs, etc.).
• Perform alternate part evaluations and prepare detailed comparison matrices.
• Define component environmental and performance requirements for program applications.
• Provide guidance on technology insertion, part selection, and standardization within parametric, environmental, and circuit constraints.
• Work with internal teams and external suppliers to assess component risks and establish verification plans.
• Create comprehensive component verification data packages.
• Deliver applications engineering support to integrated product teams (IPTs).
• Lead component selection and library use through BOM development and collaboration toolsets.
• Present component standardization, design library updates, obsolescence status, and termination finish risks during PDRs/CDRs.
• Support Product Development Engineering (PDE) in an agile environment, including BOM scrubs, obsolescence and supply chain management, Tin Whisker/Gold Embrittlement assessments, documentation control, and alternate part reviews.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on the development of CCAs used in mission-critical applications.
• Develop a strong foundation in component engineering practices applicable throughout your career
• Learn to perform component obsolescence management and risk coding
• Gain experience communicating, auditing, and collaborating with suppliers and manufacturers
• Learn to generate and revise source control drawings (SCDs, VICDs, SIDs, etc.)
• Build skill in interfacing with internal teams and external suppliers to develop component risk and verification plans
• Provide applications engineering support to integrated product teams (IPTs)

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor's in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience with any combination of the following
• Experience working in Product Data Management (PDM) systems
• Experience in developing and interpreting electrical component specifications and large datasets to form basic conclusions
• Experience collecting, analyzing, and presenting data on technical component issues
• Working knowledge of proactive and reactive component obsolescence methodologies

Qualifications We Prefer

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• Working knowledge of electronic component manufacturers
• Experience supporting airborne or military hardware programs
• Experience with component roadmaps and obsolescence management
• Experience conducting alternate part and alternate source investigations
• Experience applying parts standardization and technology insertion during design
• Knowledge of digital, power, or RF circuit design
• Experience with task management tools and agile frameworks (e.g., Jira)
• Familiarity with AI tools and limitations

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

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