Integrated Product Team Lead (IPTL) for EOIR Program (Onsite)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance available

Competitive salary range

Job summary

RTX is seeking an Engineering Leader for Multi-Spectral Target Systems in McKinney, TX. The role requires U.S. citizenship and a DoD Secret clearance, with on-site work at the factory.

You will lead hardware assembly/testing across programs, coordinate sustaining engineering, and drive improvements in cycle time, cost, and reliability. Applicants should have a STEM degree and 8+ years of relevant experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and proficiency with MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM).
• 8+ years of relevant engineering experience in defense or aerospace.
• Experience leading cross-disciplinary teams and programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for assembly and testing of Raytheon-built hardware across programs.
• Coordinate sustaining engineering functions to meet daily needs.
• Lead cross-functional teams to improve cycle time, cost, and reliability.
• Oversee training and onboarding for engineers to build team capability.
• Drive technical decisions and resolve conflicts with escalation as needed.
• Lead root-cause analysis for deliverable hardware issues and corrective actions.
• Support proposals with BOE generation and accurate estimates at completion.
• Maintain cost and schedule objectives through cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional

Communication

Project management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Job description

Engineering Leader – Multi‑Spectral Target Systems (MTS)

Raytheon EO/IR Solutions is seeking a seasoned engineering leader with deep experience in production and sustainment programs for Multi‑Spectral Target Systems (MTS). The role is on‑site in McKinney, TX, and requires U.S. citizenship and a valid Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight and leadership for the assembly and testing of Raytheon‑built hardware across multiple programs.
• Prioritize and coordinate sustaining engineering functions (Electrical, Mechanical, Reliability) to meet daily operational and programmatic needs.
• Lead cross‑functional teams to identify and implement improvements in cycle time, cost reduction, and product reliability.
• Manage training and onboarding programs for new engineers, fostering skill development and team integration.
• Drive technical decision‑making processes, resolving conflicts within teams or escalating to appropriate authority when necessary.
• Lead troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis for deliverable hardware issues, ensuring timely resolution and corrective actions.
• Support proposal efforts through Basis of Estimate (BOE) generation and provide accurate, timely estimates at completion.
• Maintain cost and schedule objectives, fostering cross‑functional collaboration to meet program and factory goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with MTS EO/IR systems in development, production, and/or sustainment environments.
• Proven ability to lead cross‑discipline teams and manage competing priorities across multiple programs.
• Strong oral and written communication skills to interface with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational, planning, and team‑building skills with a demonstrated ability to deliver results under tight deadlines.
• U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance (pre‑start).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a Cost Account Manager (CAM) and in creating Basis of Estimates (BOEs) for proposals.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies and tools to optimize production and sustainment operations.
• Experience mentoring and developing technical talent within engineering teams.
• Demonstrated ability to lead through change and adapt to evolving program and factory priorities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range: \$107,500 – \$204,500 USD, depending on experience and level.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Flexible work schedules and employee assistance program.
• Employee scholar program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.
• Potential short‑term and long‑term incentive compensation programs (variable).
• Relocation assistance available for eligible candidates.

Security Clearance & Eligibility

U.S. citizenship is required. The selected candidate must obtain and maintain a valid DoD Secret clearance before the start date.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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, veteran status, or any other 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.