Sr. Automation Systems Engineer III

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

Job summary

RTX, a major aerospace and defense leader, seeks a Sr. Automation Systems Engineer in McKinney, Texas. You will design, implement, and sustain automation and IIoT solutions across manufacturing, guiding projects from ideation through deployment.

You will collaborate with program and factory teams, support New Product Introduction, and drive continuous improvement with data-driven decisions while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

SQL

Python

C#

Powershell

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

STEM degree

Tools

Ignition

Splunk

Aegis FactoryLogix

AutoCAD

Job description

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.

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.

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

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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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.

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.

Salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD.