Qa automation engineer Jobs in McKinney, TX

Date Posted : 2025-10-23

Country :

United States of America

Location :

TX190 : 2501 West University, McKinney 2501 West University , McKinney, TX, 75070 USA

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 :

DoD Clearance : Secret

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.

The Raytheon Connected Factory Intelligence & Automation (CFI&A) team is seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated team member to take on the role of Automation Systems Engineer in support of the Advanced Product Center (APC) in McKinney, TX and the Optics CMC in Richardson, TX.

This position will be responsible for supporting automation projects within the McKinney and Optics CMC factories. The Automation Systems Engineer will collaborate with digital technology, manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, operations, supply chain, Automation Systems Engineers, and the Automation Lead to execute automation development and deployment and incorporate advanced Smart Factory / Industry 4.0 technologies as well as identify opportunities for process improvements via lean techniques.

This position is Onsite in McKinney, TX : ;

This position does NOT offer relocation assistance

What you will do :

• 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 PLC programming, Robotics programming, Vision programming, HMI programming, SCADA development and controls upgrades.
• Collaborate with the factory to identify, development, 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.

Qualifications you MUST have :

Qualifications we Prefer :

RTX solves some of the toughest challenges in aerospace and defense. That requires expansive thinking and bold innovation – and that, in turn, requires a culture that is based on merit, excellence and innovation. We embrace individuality and creativity of thought to fuel opportunity for our employees, our customers, and our communities. We work toward progress, knowing that a more innovative world is critical to our mission. Not just in this moment, but always.

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

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role. (Select the one that fits the role type of the req)

‒ 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.

Clearance Information :

This position requires the ability to obtain a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here : ;

The salary range for this role is 82,000 USD - 164,000 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.