Principal Hardware Electrical Engineer

Date Posted:

2026-10-26



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WD ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING D BLDG



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:

DoD Clearance: Secret



Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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 freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

This position is onsite in our McKinney, TX location.

What You Will Do

• Design and develop advanced digital electronic systems that power next-generation aerospace and defense technologies.

• You will be involved in the complete hardware development lifecycle, from requirements definition and schematic design to testing, validation, product deployment, and sustainment.

• Lead and contribute to all phases of Electro-Optical hardware development lifecycle, from concept through qualification, production, and sustainment.

• Lead Electronics Unit development of a SOSA‑aligned 3U VPX chassis architecture, including module integration, system‑level design, backplane configuration, and interoperability validation. Qualified applicants should have experience evaluating VPX payload cards, power and thermal constraints, chassis management (VITA 46/48/65), and high‑speed interconnects to develop compliant, high‑reliability system solutions.

• Perform hardware verification, testing, and troubleshooting using engineering laboratory equipment.

• Demonstrate the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to deliver SOSA‑aligned hardware platforms that meet program performance, environmental, and certification requirements.

• Plan and execute integration and verification activities in engineering laboratories.

• Define schedules for circuit card and sub-system level tasking.

• Lead and engage in personal technical growth and facilitate technical growth in peers, early and mid-career engineers.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience.

• Experience with SOSA‑aligned 3U VPX chassis architecture.

• Experience with Electro-Optical hardware theory of operation and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues through the development and production life cycle.

• Experience across hardware development phases from requirements and design through integration, test, qualification, production, and sustainment.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Knowledge of aerospace or defense product development standards and processes.

• Experience with Design to Cost (DTC+), Design for Manufacturing (DFM), and Design for Test (DFT).

• Experience working on complex aerospace, defense, or safety-critical systems.

• Knowledge of high-speed protocols, such as PCIe, Ethernet, and high-speed memory interfaces.

• Experience with performing circuit card assembly-level architecture trades, and/or with system-level power architecture trades.

• Experience with project management tools such as Earned Value and/or Agile Execution.

• Proposal development experience.

What We Offer

• A total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.
• 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, Innovation, and Safety.
• Relocation assistance available.

Learn More & Apply Now!

• 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.
• This position requires onsite work in McKinney, TX: North Texas: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-north-texas-location
• This position requires 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: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

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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 is designated 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 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.

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