Manufacturing Engineering Lead Technician

Pratt & Whitney; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 56,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in aerospace is seeking a Lead Technician to support the RF Sensors & Radomes Manufacturing Engineering team. This on-site role involves troubleshooting, process improvements, and collaboration with production teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in circuit card assembly and a strong background in manufacturing operations.

Benefits

Medical and Dental Insurance

401(k) Match

Flexible Work Schedules

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with circuit card assembly.
• Certification in J-STD-001 required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the production floor with daily issues.
• Interface with quality, electrical, and mechanical engineering.
• Support troubleshooting and process evaluations.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Process Improvement

Quality Assessment

Assembly Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or AA/AS degree

Tools

Onyx-29

Onyx-32

Job description

Date Posted:

2025-06-02

Country:

United States of America

Location:

TX190: 2501 West University, McKinney 2501 West University , McKinney, TX, 75070 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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:

None/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.

The Manufacturing Engineering department leads in the mechanical and electrical hardware production of weapons systems. We use state-of-the-art tools, processes, and technology, with capabilities encompassing a broad range of technical disciplines, including product engineering, manufacturing, technical services, materials engineering, analysis and test, rapid hardware development and builds, and configuration and data management documentation.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Technician – RF Sensors & Radomes Manufacturing Engineering to join our team.

This position is located at the McKinney, TX facility – On-site role.

As the Lead Technician, you will work closely with the manufacturing engineers to support factory production. You will be instrumental in troubleshooting, process improvements, and cost reductions. You will work with production operators, operations management, and quality engineering daily. This role will support the Texas Module Integration & Testing (TMIT) factory. You will become the expert on use and programming of the equipment.

In this role you will work with Manufacturing Engineers and various engineering disciplines to produce electronics used in cutting edge military hardware. Our Lead Technicians are also directly involved with internal production teams to support assembly and integration issues. This role will not only allow you to work side by side with some of our best and brightest, but also gain the experience and exposure necessary to advance your career.

What You Will Do

• Assist the production floor with daily issues; evaluate materials, equipment, and processes.

• Resolving problems preventing products from meeting customer requirements.

• Interface with various functions including Quality, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering and Operations Management.

• Thorough knowledge of assembly processes and a hands-on understanding of the product and equipment.

Qualifications You Must Have

• High School Diploma or AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.

• Experience with circuit card assembly, including surface mount and through-hole rework.

• Certified in J-STD-001, Requirements for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies.

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with Onyx-29 and Onyx-32 hot-gas rework machines.

• X-ray machine experience.

• Ability to work with large teams in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to communicate and collaborate with assemblers, managers, engineers, and customers.

• Experience with Common Manufacturing Enterprise System (CMES) factory operating system.

• Experience with semi-automated and manual assembly and integration.

• Knowledge of depot and sustainment activities for defense-related hardware, specifically electronics.

What We Offer

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

• Relocation assistance is not available

Learn More & Apply Now!

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

• 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.

The salary range for this role is 56,000 USD - 112,000 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.

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