Sr. Automation Systems Engineer III

RTX (Raytheon); McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX in McKinney, TX is seeking a Sr. Automation Systems Engineer to design, develop, implement and sustain automation solutions and IIoT/Industry 4.0 technologies in manufacturing.

You will integrate automation with business systems using tools such as Splunk, Ignition or Aegis Factory Logix and collaborate with program and factory teams to deliver scalable digital solutions. The role emphasizes technical leadership from ideation through project execution, data gathering from equipment, process

Qualifications

• Minimum STEM degree and 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with SQL databases.
• Proficient in Python, C#, and PowerShell.
• Strong communication for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ignition, Splunk or Aegis FactoryLogix development experience.
• Data analysis experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with program and factory teams to identify automation needs.
• Lead design, development, and deployment of automation solutions.
• Sustain and upgrade IIoT/Industry 4.0 systems in manufacturing.
• Provide technical leadership through project lifecycle from ideation to sustainment.
• Gather equipment data and translate to actionable production actions.

Skills

SQL

Python

C#

PowerShell

Communication

Industry 4.0 tools

Data analysis

Education

STEM degree

Tools

Ignition

Splunk

Aegis FactoryLogix

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-06

Country: United States of America

Location: US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WZS ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WZS 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

Company Overview

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.

Job Summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Automation Systems Engineer . As an Automation Systems Engineering team member, you will be responsible for the design, development, implementation, and sustainment of automation solutions and advanced IIoT / Industry 4.0 technologies in support of manufacturing. The role includes developing automation solutions for manufacturing equipment and their integration with business systems using a variety of Industry 4.0 tools (Splunk, Ignition or Aegis Factory Logix).

What you will do

• Collaborate with program and factory customers to identify, develop, and define manufacturing automation and digital solutions.
• Support early 'New Product Introduction' activities including Design for Manufacturing engagements to shape Raytheon products and automation solutions.
• Continuous improvement, upgrades, and sustainment of deployed automation systems using core Automation skills including data gathering from equipment and creating actionable human and automated actions for production flow.
• Collaborate with the factory to identify, development, and deploy process automation systems and digital solutions.
• Provide technical leadership through early project phases (ideation through project definition) and continued technical guidance after transition to the project execution team.
• Exposure and input to full I4.0 project lifecycle- from requirements generation to technical project management to execution & sustainment of automation projects.

Qualifications you must have

• Typically requires a degree in Science,Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.
• Experience with database administration in SQL
• Python, C#, Powershell or other scripting experience.
• Strong communication skills including the ability to convey complex technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ignition, Splunk or Aegis FactoryLogix development experience.
• Data analysis experience.

Qualifications we Prefer

• Active DOD Secret Clearance.
• Experience with deploying complex IIOT based systems.
• Professional experience with the full life-cycle deployment and integration of automation systems
• Good knowledge of safety regulations (e.g. OSHA) and electrical compliances.
• Experience with control systems design (AutoCAD preferred).
• Manufacturing experience in Microelectronics or Circuit Card Assembly

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

Visit us online: RTX YouTube Channel

North Texas: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-north-texas-location

Role specifications

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as: 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.

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 on-site, hybrid or remote.

Salary

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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 c