Sr. Mechanical Test Equipment Engineer

Date Posted: 2026-10-09 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: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required 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. The Sr. Mechanical Test Equipment Engineer supports different Electro-optical Infrared (EOIR) system variants produced in the McKinney, TX Consolidated Manufacturing Center. The responsibilities include evaluating test results of complex test equipment and determining root causes of failures. You will give directions for reworking and retesting failed assemblies. You will track trends to detect systemic problems. You will work closely with multiple functions such as manufacturing engineering, factory operations, and quality engineers to develop improvements in areas like yields, test procedures, cycle time, etc. What You Will Do Provide technical expertise and troubleshoot test equipment issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions Investigate failure trends, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions to address systemic issues Hands on troubleshooting of optical and mechanical equipment Post-delivery factory support of test equipment Support daily factory needs to maintain equipment uptime such as preventative maintenance and troubleshooting and resolving test equipment failures Work initiatives focused on reducing cycle time, minimizing touch time, and optimizing overall production costs Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address technical challenges in production Operate and utilize standard electrical equipment (oscilloscopes, function generators, power supplies, etc.) to support troubleshooting and system evaluations Carrying out appointed tasks with minimal supervision Engage with supplier(s) for test equipment purchases and troubleshooting needs This is a first shift role (start times vary between 7am to 9am) and standard workdays starting Monday through Friday. Occasional weekend support with options for 9/80 work schedule. Qualifications Typically Requires a Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience Experience reading drawings, datasheets, and system specifications 2 years’ hands‑on experience maintaining/repairing test equipment and troubleshooting test equipment issues 2 years’ experience working in a factory environment Preferred Qualifications Experience designing experiments to troubleshoot failures or investigate production issues such as Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations Hands‑on experience building or reworking/repairing using mechanical assembly hand tools (e.g. socket set, ball drivers, torque wrench) Basic mechanical engineering knowledge such as mechanical mechanisms (i.e. gears, actuators, etc.) Familiarity with fiber optics, experience in physically performing optical alignments, experience setting up and maintaining optical test equipment including calibration efforts Basic electrical engineering knowledge such as understanding of Op‑Amps, Multiplexers, ADC/DA, etc. The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. 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. medical dental vision life insurance short-term disability long-term disability 401(k) match flexible spending accounts flexible work schedules employee assistance programEmployee Scholar Program parental leave paid time off holidays annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Prattwhitney