Sr. Material and Process Engineer

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

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Senior Material and Process Engineer in McKinney, TX to join the M&P team. The role focuses on material tests, analyses planning, rapid manufacturing support, and new product integration within cross-functional programs.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in a STEM field with 5+ years of relevant experience, deep knowledge of material characteristics, and proven technical leadership in manufacturing environments. U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM and 5+ years of relevant experience.
• In-depth knowledge of material characteristics, selection, and design.
• Experience with mechanical assembly and technical datasheet.
• U.S. citizenship is required to access information.
• Experience leading in rapid manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and identify materials and processes per program specs.
• Select materials and finishes for new/emerging programs.
• Address factory manufacture process interruptions as part of rapid response.
• Lead supplier material troubleshooting efforts.
• Document technical positions for alternate materials, obsolescence, and failure analyses.

Skills

Material characteristics

Mechanical assembly

Technical leadership

Rapid manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM fields

Master's or Ph.D. in STEM

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-23

Country: United States of America

Location: US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WZ ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING Z BLDG

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

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.

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.

We have an exciting opportunity for Senior Material and Process Engineer to join our Material and Process (M&P) team supporting varieties of product lines in McKinney, Texas. The engineer will be responsible for material tests and analyses planning, production hardware empirical testing, special engineering assignment, emerging program technical supports and new product integration activities. This individual will work with a cross functional team including manufacture engineers, quality engineers, supply chains, operation value stream, and program authority to resolve pressing technical design and producibility issues.

The Material and Process Engineering team within McKinney, TX drives business success by providing engineering expertise to solve today’s problems in multiple domains. The material engineering discipline serves as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) to the material characteristic in terms of hardware compatibility, operational endurance, manufacture environment adaptability and many aspects of producibility incorporation.

As a Senior Engineer, you shall demonstrate superior hands-on engineering skills and knowledge, mentor junior engineers and work with other functional disciplines in collaboration.

What You Will Do

• Evaluation and identification of materials and processes based on program specification, design and performance requirements
• Be a part of integrated team in design element, select and approve materials usage, substrate finishes in new and emerging programs
• Be a part of rapid response team that address factory manufacture process interruption
• Lead supplier material troubleshoot issue
• Lead or collaborate in analyses and reporting documentation of technical positions for alternate materials, obsolescence, and failure analyses

This is an onsite role in McKinney, TX.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically require Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Material Science, Mechanical Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) majors and a minimum of 5 (Five) years of prior relevant experience.
• In-depth knowledge in material characteristics, material application, material selection and material design selection.
• Experience with mechanical assembly and technical datasheet.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access required information
• Experience serving as a technical lead in a rapid manufacturing environment

Qualifications We Prefer

• Masters or Ph.D. degree in STEM
• Significant interaction with internal and external customers is expected.
• Experience with Design of Experiment (DOE) troubleshooting skills
• Proficient in presenting technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Superior multi-discipline collaboration skills
• Experience with material testing in an analytical laboratory environment

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

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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 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 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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