Hardware Engineering Lab Lead

Position Information

Date Posted: 2026-02-13

Location: Mc Kinney, TX – 2501 W University Dr, WZS BLDG

Position Type: Onsite

Salary Range: $86,800 USD - $165,200 USD

Security Clearance Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance
• Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret
• Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

About Raytheon and RTX

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.

RTX Corporation 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 Systems, 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, VA.

What You Will Do

• Lab Operating Procedure (LOP) Management; provide direction for lab users on established policies
• Management coordination and implementation of Environmental Health Safety and Sustainment
• Property & Metrology Management including maintenance of equipment service contracts and ongoing equipment repairs
• Perform cost analysis, ensure task completion within approved budgets
• Provide process support to Supply Chain Management (SCM)
• Oversee audit/assessment preparation
• Oversee Engineering Lab Objective Evaluation and Voluntary Protection Program; develop corrective action plans and assist in the development of long-range objectives, including engineering customer goals
• Safeguarding of classified/proprietary material, hardware, and documentation, utilizing defense material/property under Export Administration Regulations
• Develop and implement communication plans, providing consulting support to functional and engineering customer management
• Work to influence stakeholders within and outside responsible area at an operational level regarding policies, practices, and procedures
• Work autonomously with limited oversight; provide professional input, guidance, and problem solving
• Some physical exertion while standing, sitting, or walking, working outside

Qualifications

You Must Have:

• A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, OR
• An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience
• Advanced knowledge of work area typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience
• May have practical knowledge of project management
• Ability to obtain a security clearance or currently obtain one

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.

Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package including:

• Compensation
• Healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits
• Career development and recognition programs
• Parental (including paternal) leave
• Flexible work schedules
• Achievement awards
• Educational assistance
• Child/adult backup care
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• 401(k) match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program
• Employee Scholar Program
• Paid time off and holidays
• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs (dependent on level and collective-bargaining agreement status; not guaranteed)

Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit and whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Additional Information

• Candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of RTX's office locations, regardless of role designation
• This is a U.S.-based role; if the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply
• Application window anticipated to close approximately 40 days from the date posted; factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend this window

Equal Opportunity

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.