Manager - Systems Administration - McKinney, TX

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX, a leading aerospace and defense company, is seeking a leader to develop and guide a high-performing team in a 100% on-site environment at McKinney, Texas. The role focuses on digital service delivery, technology insertion, and workforce management to meet strategic goals.

Ideal candidates will have DoD clearance, US citizenship, and extensive experience leading software, hardware, and cyber-enabled programs in defense contexts.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years experience.
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start date.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead a high-performing team aligned with RTX vision, strategy, values, and behaviors.
• Partner closely with peer groups to enable flawless digital service delivery and technology evolution.
• Assign and monitor projects and tasks; manage and record employee performance.
• Administer time reporting, training, recruiting, orientation, and onboarding of new employees.
• Manage annual operating plan (AOP) for the team’s digital scope and conduct workforce planning and resource management.

Skills

Leadership

DoD cybersecurity

Windows/Linux

Workforce planning

Education

University degree or equivalent experience

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: DoD Clearance: Secret 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.

What You Will Do

Develop and lead a high-performing team aligned with our Raytheon vision, strategy, values, and behaviors. Partner closely with peer groups to enable flawless Digital service delivery, and technology insertion / evolution. Assign and monitor projects and tasks. Manage and record employee performance. Create and submit periodic status reports and accomplishments to the next level of leadership. Administer time reporting, training, recruiting, orientation, and onboarding of new employees. Manage annual operating plan (AOP) for the team’s Digital scope. Execute workforce planning and resource management. 100% on-site. On-site work environment that will require daily on-site support presence. Attend annual conferences and team meetings as required. Up to 10% of travel.

What You Will Learn

Gain experience leading a diverse team and managing operating systems in an air-gapped environment. Expand knowledge in DoD cybersecurity compliance and mission support systems. Opportunity to obtain DoDD 8140 / 8570 Certification (CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent) with company support.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years experience.
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start date.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with DFARS, CMMC, RMF, DAAPM, and JSIG requirements, with experience implementing cybersecurity best practices, compliance hardening, and risk-based decision making within program environments.
• Technical Acumen: Across digital technologies, including Windows and/or Linux operating systems, experience leading teams delivering complex software, hardware, and DT operational capabilities, and experience with workforce planning and resource management are highly valued. Experience developing and presenting clear, data-driven business cases for digital investments and transformation initiatives to senior management and executive audiences.
• Leadership in highly collaborative environments, with the ability to influence across functions, drive organizational change, and cultivate strong stakeholder and customer partnerships.
• Ability to analyze complex technical and programmatic challenges, develop actionable solutions, and apply curiosity, strategic thinking, and innovative problem-solving to advance team and program objectives.

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.

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 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.

Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms 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.