Date Posted:

2026-03-12

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:

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

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.

Raytheon’s Consolidated Manufacturing Center (CMC) in Mc Kinney, TX, needs a Manufacturing Cell Lead on the first shift reporting to the Value Stream Manager (VSM).

The Cell Lead supports multiple programs, production business needs and other processes in a team-based manufacturing environment supporting the Combat Products Factory. You need strong interpersonal skills and will perform a wide variety of sequencing, planning, scheduling, coordinating, and reporting tasks in support of the manufacturing workflow. We are searching for a person with experience in manufacturing and applying Lean Manufacturing techniques to successfully meet production requirements.

This position is an onsite role and no relocation is available.

What You Will Do:

• You are responsible for safety, quality, cost, and schedule execution on the factory floor.
• Supervision of day-to-day factory operations, resource loading, process control, and business performance metrics.
• You will interface and collaborate with Production Associates, Production Control, Program Operations, Quality, Engineering, Environmental Health and Safety, as well as Factory Management.
• You will also be responsible for workforce planning and forecasting, employee training, time and attendance tracking, area layout and flow management, and ensuring compliance of company policies and procedures.
• Requires engagement with other functional areas where direct and indirect influence experience is needed so that we have continuous improvement in cost, quality, and schedule performance.
• Willing to work off-shift and overtime as required by program and factory needs

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 5 years prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and minimum 3 years’ experience.

• Relevant experience is work in production, manufacturing, or operations.

• Experience managing a production team and/or group subordinate employees.

• Experience in manufacturing planning/scheduling and lean manufacturing concepts.

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with processes such as R6s, iMRO, SAP, and CMES or an equivalent shop floor management & MRP system.
• Experience with cost management and/or rework reduction efforts.
• Experience in Visual Controls, Line Balancing, LEAN Factory Management principles and optimizing the use of critical resources.
• Experience with Manufacturing Engineering, process development and continuous improvement.

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.

Learn More & Apply Now!

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role. 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. Check us out online:

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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 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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