Director, Surveillance Equipment & Maintenance and Calibration

Date Posted:

2026-10-15



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WA ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING A BLDG



Position Role Type:

Onsite



U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.​ 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:

Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

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 Director of Test Calibration and Equipment Maintenance is a critical leadership role responsible for ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and readiness of all test and manufacturing equipment across the Raytheon Surveillance Portfolio. Reporting to the Vice President of Surveillance Operations, the Director will oversee a team of engineers, support staff and technicians to execute equipment maintenance strategies, establish calibration standards, and drive continuous operational excellence. This role is pivotal to maintaining the high performance and quality standards required to deliver on Raytheon’s mission.

This position demands flexibility, with the ability to work beyond the typical 40-hour workweek and travel domestically up to 15% of the time. If you're ready to make a significant impact within a leading aerospace and defense organization, we encourage you to join our team and contribute to our mission of protecting and connecting the world.

What You Will Do

• Lead and manage the overall strategy for test equipment calibration and maintenance across the Surveillance Portfolio.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure compliance with industry standards, such as ISO 9001 and AS9100.
• Oversee the planning, scheduling, and execution of preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure equipment performance aligns with program requirements.
• Drive innovation in calibration processes and technologies to improve efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Manage the budget and resource allocation for calibration labs and maintenance activities.
• Develop and mentor a high-performing team of technicians, engineers, and managers.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations in all calibration and maintenance operations.
• Provide regular updates and reports to senior leadership regarding equipment readiness and operational metrics.
• This is an onsite role in McKinney, TX.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 14 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 12 years experience.
• Experience using business and project management tools and procedures such as Proposals, Transition to Manufacturing, Risk Management, and Financial Forecasts.
• Experience in calibration standards, measurement science, and test methodologies, as well as experience with Maintenance and preventative Maintenance.
• Experience leading daily team operations and/or comparable leadership experience.
• Ability to obtain Interim Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience leading in a Department of Defense (DoD) environment.
• Experience in Special Program Access and other business systems, including shop floor data systems.
• Experience in Six Sigma, CORE, Lean Manufacturing processes, diagnostics, and continuous improvement.
• Experience with government and defense industry standards, including MIL-STD and FAR/DFAR requirements.

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.
• Relocation eligible.

Learn More & Apply Now!

• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.
  • 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.
• Location Information:
  • https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-north-texas-location
• Clearance Information: This position requires 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: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

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 186,200 USD - 353,800 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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