Radar Production Design Support Section Lead

RTX (Raytheon); Plano (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Raytheon is seeking a Section Leader in Plano, Texas, to manage the Production Design Support team within the Airborne RF Electronics Design Department. You will mentor engineers, drive performance reviews, and coordinate with department leadership to meet program goals.

The role focuses on radar hardware production, sustainment, and staff development, with a mix of technical contribution and leadership responsibilities in an onsite Plano setting.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) required.
• Experience leading an engineering team and managing production/sustainment programs.
• Active DoD/top secret clearance or transferable clearance required on day 1.

Responsibilities

• Lead performance management and career development for ~15 direct reports.
• Oversee staffing, hiring, and talent acquisition for the section.
• Collaborate with other sections and support department initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with policies, budgets, and schedules.
• Provide technical leadership in radar hardware production and sustainment.

Skills

Engineering team leadership

Radar hardware production

Program and customer reviews

Staff mentorship

Communication skills

Performance management

Security clearance knowledge

Education

STEM degree

Tools

Earned Value (EV)

Proposal support tools

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-19

Country: United States of America

Location: US-TX-PLANO-465 ~ 465 Independence Pkwy ~ INDEPENDENCE

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: Top Secret

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

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.

Raytheon's Airborne RF Electronics EE Department is seeking a Section Leader to support the Processing Production Design Support team in Plano, Texas. This section's capabilities and skills include production support of radar processors, modules, interconnects, and test SW design.

The position will lead a team of about 15 direct reports within the Airborne RF Electronics Design Department. Engineers on this team perform a variety of roles and the Section Leader will mentor and validate the work products of the team, while engaging in staff training and career development, assignment of employee job duties, and conduct performance reviews. The Section Leader will employ excellent written and oral communication skills, while directly supporting the Airborne RF Electronics Design Department Manager in the execution of engineering goals. The Section Leader is also responsible for assisting in the assembly of department proposals with supporting Basis of Estimates (BOEs) and work product deliveries. The Section Leader will participate in program and peer reviews. The successful candidate will have a solid foundation and experience in Production and Sustainment of Radar Hardware and Test Assets. This leader will also contribute directly to efforts as a task lead or individual contributor.

This position is an onsite role in Plano, Texas .

What You Will Do:

• Performance management and career development activities
• Support hiring efforts (resume reviews, interviews, etc.)
• Oversee the direct line management activities for the section including communication, performance management, career development, and talent acquisition
• Collaborate and communicate with other sections and teams
• Support department and directorate level initiatives
• Ensure employee compliance with company policies and procedures
• Oversight of personnel issue resolution
• Manage employee timecards
• Manage team staffing assignments
• Adhere to and ensure alignment to Raytheon Values and Behaviors
• Work as a technical lead or individual contributor; Section Leader duties account for approximately 20% of the employee's time.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience
• Required relevant experience to include a combination of the following: Experience with engineering team leadership
• Experience in radar hardware production and sustainment products and processes
• Experience assisting with proposal efforts, engineering reviews, program and/or customer reviews
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to the start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizen are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Familiarity with or proficiency in production and sustainment operating systems
• Experience in planning and execution of work products including detailed program plans, statements of work (SOW), schedules, budgets, and Integrated Master Plans (IMP) / Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), and Estimates at Completion (EAC)
• Experience engaging stakeholders in the development and execution of project work packages, with successful execution of scope, schedule, and budget.
• Proficiency in Earned Value (EV)
• Experience working in a matrix organization
• Strong organizational, planning, and coordination skills
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple competing responsibilities and efforts in a fast‑paced environment
• Skilled at fostering team collaboration, morale, and engagement to drive a cohesive, high‑performing organization
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Current program clearance

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.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview