Date Posted:

2025-11-25

Country:

United States of America

Location:

TX190: 2501 West University, McKinney 2501 West University , McKinney, TX, 75070 USA

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:

DoD Clearance: Secret

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.

The Advanced Products Center (APC) Manufacturing Engineering organization is seeking a Thick Film Process Engineering Tech Lead to lead a team of skilled Process Engineers. This role focuses on driving execution, setting goals, and implementing improvement strategies in collaboration with APC Process Engineering Leads and Factory Managers. It emphasizes developing technical talent, providing leadership, and applying engineering practices to deliver innovative, high-quality manufacturing solutions.

As part of an integrated product team, Thick Film Process Engineers work closely with design, process, and test teams to maintain and improve process systems, analyze yields, resolve production issues, and train operators. The Tech Lead will support these efforts by fostering collaboration, driving efficiency, and ensuring production quality and performance.

Serving as the team’s technical expert, the Tech Lead will mentor engineers, solve complex challenges using advanced problem-solving tools, and lead strategic initiatives to drive continuous improvement. This role involves direct support of factory operations, requiring close interaction with production processes and swift resolution of issues. The Tech Lead ensures technical excellence aligns with business objectives to achieve superior manufacturing outcomes.

What You Will Do

• Provide technical support to factory operations, ensuring process stability and resolving complex challenges.

• Mentor and develop team expertise, fostering innovation and problem-solving.

• Own and optimize thick and thin film processes, including system maintenance, yield analysis, and improvements.

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and performance.

• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for sustainable solutions.

• Support the development and execution of long-term technical strategies aligned with business goals.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve challenges and ensure seamless system integration.

• Partner with Manufacturing Design Engineering to facilitate smooth product and program transitions.

• Track and report technical metrics to identify and drive improvements.

• Establish and sustain technical processes and standards for manufacturing excellence.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically Requires a Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) and minimum 10 years of relevant experience.

• 10 years of experience in manufacturing, process engineering, or a related field, with a focus on thick and thin film processes preferred.

• 10 years of experience with mentoring, coaching, or leading technical teams.

• Experience in a manufacturing environment

• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, asonly U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer

• Preferred Degrees: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical discipline.

• Strong problem-solving skills with experience in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.

• Demonstrated expertise in continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).

• Excellent collaboration and communication skills for working with cross-functional teams.

• Expertise in thick film process engineering, including developing, optimizing, and maintaining deposition processes (e.g., sputtering, evaporation, chemical vapor deposition) in manufacturing environments.

• Knowledge of thick and thin film microelectronics manufacturing and CORE Champion Certification (or experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies).

• Strong understanding of cross-discipline processes in manufacturing and engineering.

• Innovative mindset focused on leveraging emerging technologies and driving continuous improvement.

• 3+ years of Raytheon manufacturing experience, particularly with APC processes and systems.

• Active involvement in a Technical Interest Group, Committee, or engineering council.

• Proven ability to lead and facilitate effective cross-functional meetings, both in-person and virtually.

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.

• Relocation assistance is not available

Learn More & Apply Now!

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

• 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.

The salary range for this role is 124,000 USD - 250,000 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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