Materials and Process Design Engineer

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

Job summary

RTX in McKinney, Texas is seeking a Materials Engineer to join our aerospace materials team. You will evaluate materials and processes to meet program specs, select substrates, finishes, adhesives, and build processes for new programs, and lead supplier material troubleshooting.

Ideal candidates have a STEM degree with 4+ years of related experience, strong technical writing, and demonstrated cross-functional leadership in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in STEM with 4+ years of related experience.
• Experience with mechanical assembly and technical datasheets.
• U.S. citizenship or eligibility to access program information.
• Experience leading technical teams in rapid manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate materials and processes per program specs.
• Lead material selections and build processes for new programs.
• Lead supplier material troubleshooting.
• Prepare analyses and reports on materials, obsolescence and failure analyses.

Skills

STEM degree

4+ years experience

Material and processing knowledge

DOE troubleshooting

Strong technical writing

Leadership in technical teams

Education

Bachelor's or advanced degree in Materials/Mechanical/Chemical 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
• Advanced degree and/or B.S. or Masters in Materials and Processing, Mechanical Assembly and Design Engineering, and/or Chemical Processing Engineering (optional)
• 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.

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

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.

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
• 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.

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.

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.

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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.