Product Design TCDA Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation available

Job summary

RTX in McKinney, TX is seeking a skilled Product Design TCDA Engineer for an onsite role. You will evaluate materials and processes to meet program specs and drive TCDA design choices, including materials, finishes, adhesives and build methods.

You will lead supplier material troubleshooting and document analyses for alternate materials, obsolescence and failure investigations in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) with 8+ years of relevant experience or an Advanced Degree with 5+ years
• Experience with mechanical assembly and reading technical datasheets
• Experience leading technical teams in rapid manufacturing environments
• Experience in material characteristics, selection and TCDA design & manufacturing
• Experience with transition to production NPIs and standing up new processes
• U.S. citizenship is required for security clearance eligibility

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and identify materials and processes for TCDAs based on program specs and performance
• Lead selection/approval of materials, finishes, adhesives, and build processes for new programs
• Lead supplier material troubleshooting and problem-solving initiatives
• Document analyses for alternate materials, obsolescence, and failure investigations

Skills

mechanical assembly

technical datasheets

technical lead experience

TCDA design & manufacturing

NPI production transition

U.S. citizenship required

Education

STEM university degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-10-29

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:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. 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 after 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.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Product Design TCDA Engineer to join our team in McKinney, TX. In this onsite role, you will evaluate and identify materials and processes to meet program specifications, design elements, and performance requirements, with a focus on Thin Conductive Die Attach (TCDA) applications. As part of an integrated team, you will lead efforts in selecting and approving materials, substrate finishes, adhesives, and build processes for new and emerging programs. You will also play a key role in supplier material troubleshooting, as well as conducting and documenting analyses for alternative materials, obsolescence, and failure investigations. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions and cutting-edge technologies in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

This is an onsite position in McKinney, TX.

What You Will Do

• Evaluation and identification of materials and processes based on program specification, design and performance requirements, specifically for TCDAs.
• Be a part of integrated team in design element, leading the selection and approval of 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 University Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 (eight) years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years
• Experience with mechanical assembly and technical datasheets
• Experience leading technical teams or serving as a technical lead in a rapid manufacturing environment
• Experience in material characteristics, material application, material selection and material design selection, especially for TCDA design and manufacturing
• Experience with transition to production NPI along with standing up of various new processes.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access required information

Qualifications We Prefer

• An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience.
• Experience in Robotics, Lasers, Lamination, Soldering, RF Testing, Solvent Cleaning, PWB routing and Dimensional/J-STD 001 inspections
• Experience in TCDA processing and design
• Strong technical writing skills
• Experience with Design of Experiment (DOE) troubleshooting skills
• Proficient in presenting technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Skilled at planning, prioritizing, and executing projects/programs to successful completions.
• Coaches, reviews, and delegates work to lower level professionals and influences others regarding policies, practices and procedures with minimal managerial oversight.

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 available

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 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.

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