Principal Production Support Electrical Engineer, Independence

Date Posted: 2026-05-20 Country: United States of America Location: US-TX-PLANO-465 ~ 465 Independence Pkwy ~ INDEPENDENCE 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: Security Clearance Status: Not Required 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 more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet today’s mission needs while staying ahead of tomorrow’s challenges. Our team tackles meaningful, complex problems to create a safer, more secure world. The Airborne RF Electronics Electrical Engineering Department is seeking a proven Principal Production Support Electrical Engineer to join our team. This role will be based in Plano, TX. You will work collaboratively with manufacturing, Program Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and other Engineering disciplines to resolve production, testing, and integration challenges. This role is part of the Processing Production Design Support section, which supports the Advanced Airborne Sensor (AAS) program. What You Will Do: Lead technical evaluations of hardware, categorize failure modes, and provide systematic resolutions in a timelymanner. Effectively communicate hardware failure updates and technical findings with potential solutions to program leadership. Lead and execute improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency and quality. Coordinate and facilitate critical team meetings to drive quick resolutions to complex problems to mitigate risk to schedule and increased cost. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and travel periodically (up to 25%) to manufacturing facilities, suppliers, or customer sites to support production efforts. What You’ll Gain: In-depth experience with Power, RF, and Digital Electronics applicable to Advanced Airborne Radars. Experience leading teams and coordinating engineering activities and technical investigations Exposure to technically challenging radar processing hardware Opportunity to present to program leaders and customers on technical topics QualificationsYou Must Have: Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree in a related STEM discipline such as Math, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mathematics, or a related discipline Minimum of 8 years of experience in leading and supporting the production and/or testing of electrical subsystems in a manufacturing environment. Experience in identifying hardware failure trends and leading RCCA investigations at the system, subsystem, WRA/LRU, module, or CCA levels. Experience with Earned Value Management methodology with Control Account Management (CAM) experience The ability to obtainand maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance post-start is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. Qualifications We Prefer: In-depth technical knowledge of a product with frequent vendor technical support Strong background inManufacturing Engineering principles and practices. Experience with tools and systems such as PRISM, SAP, and CMES. Knowledge of compliance standards, including Raytheon Quality Notes, J-STD-001, and ISO9001/AS9100 standards. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills, including technical report writing and delivering presentations. Proven ability to analyze technical data to drive issue resolution. What We Offer: Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. 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 isdesignated as on-site, hybrid or remote. The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 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 applicationwindow 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 ProtectedVeterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms