Sr. Manager, Product Engineering

Raytheon Technologies • McKinney, TX

124d • $124,000 - $250,000

About The Position

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 Advanced Products Center (APC) Manufacturing Engineering organization is seeking an RF Microelectronics Product Engineering Section Manager to lead a team of skilled engineers specializing in the entire product lifecycle, from assembly to test. The Section Manager will collaborate with APC Process Engineering Leads and Factory Managers to drive execution, set goals, and implement improvement strategies. This role focuses on developing technical talent and applying engineering practices throughout the manufacturing lifecycle to deliver top-tier solutions to our customers. RF Microelectronics Product Engineers, as part of an integrated product team, work closely with design, process, and test teams. They oversee the entire product lifecycle, including assembly and testing, ensuring that products meet stringent quality and performance standards. Their responsibilities include maintaining production systems, evaluating daily yields, resolving production issues, and providing operator training when necessary. The Section Manager will support these engineers, fostering collaboration and efficiency to uphold production quality and performance.

Requirements

• Typically Requires a Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) and minimum 10 years of relevant experience.
• 10+ years of prior leadership experience.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Proven ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management and individual contributors across multiple work site locations.
• Demonstrated experience in mentoring and providing career development direction for staff engineers, as well as coordinating program staffing needs and skills to meet demand.
• Strong ability to promote and instill a solid problem-solving framework in team members, fostering critical thinking and independent resolution of issues.
• Experience in RF Microelectronics Engineering or equivalent, including development, integration, verification, validation, and maintenance within production/manufacturing environments.
• Leadership roles with direct reports and talent development experience in a technical environment, with a proven ability to communicate clear expectations and influence teams.
• Experience with microelectronics manufacturing technology and CORE Champion Certification or above, and/or experience with lean manufacturing, complex problem solving, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proven technical acumen in the manufacture, test, and integration of complex RF microelectronics product technologies and systems, with cross-functional experience working across Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, Factory, and Program Operations.
• Experience in management processes and tools such as EACs, Project Management, Risk & Opportunity Management, and Staffing, as well as financial planning, analysis, and cost account management.
• Excellent organizational, customer service, communication, presentation, and team building skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead a team of 12-15 RF Microelectronics Product Engineers and 3-4 Technical Writers managing assembly instructions, shop processes, and test procedures.
• Ensure alignment with Strategic Business Unit (SBU) needs, resolve issues, and drive the adoption of common microelectronics solutions.
• Set and communicate meaningful, measurable goals to the team, ensuring alignment with departmental objectives.
• Conduct performance reviews, support hiring goals, and onboard new personnel.
• Spend time in factory areas to support manufacturing activities, address issues promptly, and participate in daily factory meetings.
• Travel to other company facilities, suppliers, and industry conferences as needed.
• Support Engineers that oversee the entire product lifecycle, including assembly and testing, ensuring quality and performance standards are met.
• Guide the development of assembly and testing methods to resolve manufacturing issues and drive continuous improvement.
• Monitor manufacturing data daily to identify and resolve defect trends in collaboration with design, process, and manufacturing engineering.
• Support the implementation of process and design changes, verifying performance and updating requirements and specifications.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree