Materials and Process Design Engineer

RTX; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Holidays

Job summary

RTX is seeking a materials engineering professional for onsite work in McKinney, TX, to support supplier materials, processing, and design decisions across programs. You will lead material selection, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet performance requirements.

The role requires a STEM degree with 4+ years of experience, US citizenship, and the ability to work onsite. Salary range: 68,900–131,100 USD, with RTX benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) required with at least 4 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with mechanical assembly and technical datasheets.
• U.S. citizenship is required to access information.
• Experience leading technical teams or serving as a technical lead in rapid manufacturing environments.
• In-depth knowledge of material characteristics, applications, and design selection.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and identify materials and processes based on program specs and performance requirements.
• Lead or collaborate in selecting materials, finishes, adhesives, and build processes for new programs.
• Lead supplier material troubleshooting and issue resolution.
• Prepare analyses and reports on alternate materials, obsolescence, and failure analyses.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Technical datasheets

Leadership

DOE troubleshooting

Material selection

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven problem solving

Communication skills

Project planning

Education

STEM degree

Materials/Processing focus

Mechanical design engineering

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-02

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: 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 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

• Evaluation and identification of materials and processes based on program specification, design and performance requirements
• Be a part of integrated team in design element, select and approve materials usage, substrate finishes, adhesives, and build processes in new and emerging programs
• Lead supplier material troubleshooting issues
• Lead or collaborate in analyses and reporting documentation of technical positions for alternate materials, obsolescence, and failure analyses

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 4 (four) years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience with mechanical assembly and technical datasheets
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access required information
• Experience leading technical teams or serving as a technical lead in a rapid manufacturing environment
• In-depth knowledge in material characteristics, material application, material selection and material design selection

Qualifications We Prefer

• Advanced degree and/or B.S. or Masters in Materials and Processing, Mechanical Assembly and Design Engineering, and/or Chemical Processing Engineering
• Experience in Composites, Polymers, Environmental Coatings, and Processing
• Strong technical writing skills
• Experience with Design of Experiment (DOE) troubleshooting skills
• Proficient in presenting technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Superior multi-discipline collaboration skills
• Demonstrated problem solving skills with data-driven approaches
• Experience with material testing in an analytical laboratory environment
• Candidates must have highly developed interpersonal, leadership, teaming and problem-solving skills.
• Significant interaction with internal and external customers is expected.
• Communication skills and assertiveness are key qualities to possess
• Skilled at planning, prioritizing, and executing projects/programs to successful completions.

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.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process.

For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 68,900 USD - 131,100 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.

• 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
• 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.