Industrial Engineering Manager M4

Prattwhitney; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 107,500 - 204,500; Full time

Job summary

Raytheon seeks an Industrial Engineering Manager to support the Surveillance portfolio in McKinney, TX. You will lead a team of industrial engineers, directing project planning, metrics, and Lean initiatives to improve throughput and reduce costs.

Responsibilities include aligning resources with demand, mentoring engineers, and partnering with multiple functions to drive process improvements and executive updates. Strong leadership and manufacturing experience are required.

Qualifications

• Typically requires STEM degree and 8+ years of experience or 5+ years with a master’s degree
• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Industrial Engineering or similar and ability to obtain required clearances
• Ability to obtain interim Secret clearance prior to start date
• Experience applying industrial engineering tools including Lean, capacity modeling, facility design, and process optimization
• Experience leading cross-functional engineering teams to achieve measurable results in manufacturing environments
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearances and related credentials

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of industrial engineers, including hiring, staffing, goal setting, coaching, performance evaluations, and approvals
• Oversee IE project planning and execution to improve manufacturing processes and reduce costs
• Develop key metrics and performance indicators to improve cost, quality, and schedule outcomes
• Lead Lean transformation initiatives and factory modeling using value-stream maps and CAD layouts

Skills

Team leadership

Lean manufacturing

Capacity modeling

Process optimization

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Industrial Engineering

Tools

CAD-based layouts

Discrete-event simulations

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-07-31 Country: United States of America Location: US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WA ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING A 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: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

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 an Industrial Engineering Manager to support the Surveillance portfolio of factories to maximize throughput, improve efficiency, and deliver increasing value to the customer. Industrial Engineers are responsible for Labor Performance Analyses, Process and Value Stream Mapping, Line Balancing, Capacity Planning, Manpower Planning, Factory Layouts, Factory Simulations, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Continuous Improvement, and more. Industrial Engineer Section Managers are responsible for overseeing and managing a team of industrial engineers supporting multiple customers in varying capacities. This role will support the Large Sub-Assemblies Industrial Engineering section supporting multiple Raytheon programs and factories in McKinney, TX. This role requires strong leadership, project management, and problem-solving skills, as well as experience in industrial engineering and process improvement in a manufacturing environment. Every day presents new and exciting challenges and reminds us of our mission to deliver to those who defend us.

What You Will Do

Team Leadership & Development

Lead and manage a team of ~12 industrial engineers, including hiring, staffing, goal setting, task assignment, coaching, performance evaluations, and approvals (timecards/expenses) Provide mentorship, career development, and training opportunities to grow technical and leadership capabilities Ensure all team members adhere to company policies, required training, safety standards, and ethical practices

Technical & Operational Leadership

Oversee industrial engineering project planning and execution to improve manufacturing processes, increase efficiency, and reduce costs Guide the development of key metrics and performance indicators, identifying opportunities to improve cost, quality, and schedule outcomes Lead Lean transformation initiatives and factory modeling using process flows, value stream maps, Pareto charts, spaghetti diagrams, capacity analyses, discrete-event simulations, and CAD-based layouts Ensure resource plans and throughput constraints align with forecasted demand Apply Lean and Six Sigma principles to eliminate waste, reduce variability, and improve on-time delivery

Strategic Influence & Executive Communication

Partner with Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, S&OP, Production Control & Logistics, Facilities, EH&S, Engineering, and Quality to align priorities across multiple programs and sites Influence factory roadmaps and investment decisions involving infrastructure, new technologies, and future-state capabilities Provide oversight for IE support to proposals, new production contracts, and new product integration activities Prepare and present clear, data-driven updates to senior leadership on performance, risks, insights, and opportunities Advance the practice of industrial engineering across Raytheon through innovation, standardization, and knowledge sharing

What You Will Learn

RTX Leadership Values and Behaviors, RTX managerial tools, conflict resolution methods and aspects of Human Resources to help attract, retain, and reward professional employees. Aspects of the Defense Industry and how to meet challenging mission requirements while also meeting cost, quality, and schedule targets.

Executive Presence and how to support leadership in making data driven decisions that result in measurable improvements.

RTX Industrial Engineering tools and methods used to build factory models to advance continuous improvement and future‑state forecasting.

The CORE Operating System and the CORE Common Methods used to align priorities and meet key business objectives.

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 unless prohibited by local laws/regulations or 5 years of relevant experience with a master’s degree in a similar discipline
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, or similar degree and the ability to obtain program specific clearances as needed
• Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start date
• Experience in the application of industrial engineering tools and methodologies, including but not limited to Lean Manufacturing, Capacity Modeling, Facility Design, and Process Optimization
• Experience in leading cross-functional engineering teams to achieve measurable results, such as reducing manufacturing cycle time, improving production efficiency, or meeting critical project deadlines
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment at a large government contractor similar to Raytheon.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) clearance

We Prefer

• Advanced degree (MS, MBA) in engineering, operations, or management
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or high‑complexity manufacturing environments
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM), scheduling tools, and proposal development
• Experience with digital factory tools, simulation, or advanced manufacturing technologies
• Demonstrated success leading lean transformations or production system improvements
• Ability and willingness to mentor and develop industrial engineering talent

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.

This position is NOT eligible for relocation. 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. 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 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.