Sr. Automation Systems Engineer III

Location: US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WZS ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WZS BLDG

Role type: Onsite

U.S. citizenship required; ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance required.

About the role

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. We have an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Automation Systems Engineer. As an Automation Systems Engineering team member, you will be responsible for the design, development, implementation, and sustainment of automation solutions and advanced IIoT / Industry 4.0 technologies in support of manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with program and factory customers to identify, develop, and define manufacturing automation and digital solutions.
• Support early 'New Product Introduction' activities including Design for Manufacturing engagements to shape Raytheon products and automation solutions.
• Continuous improvement, upgrades, and sustainment of deployed automation systems using core Automation skills including data gathering from equipment and creating actionable human and automated actions for production flow.
• Collaborate with the factory to identify, develop, and deploy process automation systems and digital solutions.
• Provide technical leadership through early project phases (ideation through project definition) and continued technical guidance after transition to the project execution team.
• Exposure and input to full I4.0 project lifecycle—from requirements generation to technical project management to execution & sustainment of automation projects.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required; an active and existing Secret clearance is required after day 1.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.
• Experience with database administration in SQL, Python, C#, PowerShell or other scripting.
• Strong communication skills including the ability to convey complex technical information clearly to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Ignition, Splunk or Aegis FactoryLogix development experience.
• Data analysis experience.

Skills

• Active DOD Secret Clearance (preferred).
• Experience with deploying complex IIoT‑based systems.
• Professional experience with the full life‑cycle deployment and integration of automation systems.
• Good knowledge of safety regulations (e.g., OSHA) and electrical compliances.
• Experience with control systems design (AutoCAD preferred).
• Manufacturing experience in Microelectronics or Circuit Card Assembly.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance
• Short‑term and 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
• Eligibility for annual short‑term and/or long‑term incentive compensation programs (subject to performance and business unit results)

Pay

The salary range for this role is $86,800 USD – $165,200 USD.