Optical Systems Engineer Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Date Posted:
2026-06-16
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 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. Raytheon's Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities (SE&TC) Systems Engineers are interested in developing and testing next generation of optical systems. We are seeking a Systems Engineer who also serves as an Agile Product Owner, combining strong systems engineering fundamentals with a solid background in software engineering, requirements management, and Agile team leadership. This is an onsite position in McKinney, Texas. What You Will Do * Serve as the Agile Product Owner for a cross-functional engineering team
* Translate stakeholder needs into clear user stories, features, and system-level requirements.
* Lead requirements development, decomposition, traceability, and V&V planning.
* Coordinate across software, systems, hardware, and test engineering teams.
* Support system integration, troubleshooting, and performance analysis.
* Conduct technical trade studies and contribute to architecture decisions.
* Facilitate Agile ceremonies and maintain the product backlog.
* Present technical status and risks to leadership and customers.
Qualifications You Must Have * Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience in systems and software engineering.
* Agile development
* Experience with system hardware/software integration
* 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 Qualifications We Prefer * Active DoD Secret clearance
* Prior Product Owner or Agile leadership experience
* Experience with defense-related systems engineering
* Experience with DOORS/DNG, Cameo, Jira, Confluence or similar tools
* Proficiency with C++, Python, or similar programing languages
* Experience with modeling, simulation, or performance analysis What We Offer * 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, and Innovation * Relocation Eligible - Relocation assistance is available 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. 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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms