Senior Principal Electrical Engineer Section Lead - Test

Prattwhitney; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

RTX in McKinney, Texas is seeking a Senior Principal Electrical Engineer Tech Lead to drive complex test system engineering efforts onsite. A STEM bachelor’s and 10+ years of experience are required, along with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.

The role encompasses leading hardware and test software development, coordinating cross-disciplinary teams across production, qualification, and supplier partners to deliver robust test solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in STEM required.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in test systems.
• Experience leading hardware and test software development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of complex test system engineering activities in production or qualification environments.
• Direct design, development, and integration of test equipment and teams.
• Coordinate across multi-disciplined groups including suppliers and partners.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in STEM

Tools

Test equipment integration

Oscilloscopes & analyzers

Windows & Linux

Job description

Company Overview

At RTX, 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 more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet today’s mission needs and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threats. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

Position

We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Senior Principal Electrical Engineer Tech Lead located onsite in McKinney, Texas.

What You Will Learn

Advanced system-level test setup and operation across multiple development, qualification, and production environments. Collaboration and influence across multi-disciplined groups of experienced engineers, suppliers, and external partners.

Qualifications

You Must Have

• A Bachelor's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of ten (10) years prior relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading the execution of complex test system engineering activities, including hardware and test software development, integration, verification, validation, and maintenance within production, manufacturing, or product qualification environments.
• Experience directing the design, development, and/or integration of test equipment and leading teams of experienced professionals.
• 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.

We Prefer

• Strong organization, planning, coordination, and communication skills with the ability to influence outside your immediate functional area.
• Experience with Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Hands-on experience with rack assembly, cabling, electronics maintenance, and test/data acquisition equipment.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex systems using oscilloscopes, analyzers, and related tools.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams, Agile methodologies, gate reviews, and EVMS.

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.

• 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

Location Information

McKinney, Texas

If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as onsite, hybrid or remote.

Salary

The salary range for this role is 132,400 USD - 251,600 USD.

Benefits and Compensation

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.

Equal Opportunity

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.

Security Clearance

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: Secret Security Clearance Status: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.

Application Process

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.