Job Description

Date Posted:

2026-07-29



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WB ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING B 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

In Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities (SE&TC) we integrate, verify, and validate our products. We put our systems together, exercise them in the lab or in the field, measure and analyze performance, and make sure our products work the first time and every time. To accomplish this, we develop plans and procedures, debug and evaluate system functions and interfaces, develop test environments, and work together with our customers. Our team is seeking a maintenance technician to be part of our Environmental Test Lab section. The maintenance technician is responsible for maintaining and repairing a wide range of test equipment located in North Texas McKinney site that develops and test products for multiple mission areas. This position is a onsite role located in McKinney, TX.

What You Will Do

Responsibilities include supporting the maintenance and repair of test equipment including but not limited to:

• Maintain and repair a wide range of test equipment, including electrodynamic shakers, temperature/altitude humidity chambers, chillers, and other engineering assets.

• Responsible for calibrating, maintaining, and repairing electromagnetic shakers, amplifiers, and cooling systems used in rigorous shock and vibration testing.

• Diagnose electrical, electronic, and mechanical issues in shaker systems, power amplifiers, and associated cooling loops.

• Collaborate with other members of the maintenance team to perform preventative maintenance and calibrations.

• Follow written procedures and adhere to all safety rules and practices, including strict compliance with safety protocols such as lockout/tagout procedures, fall protection, and confined space entry practices.

• Charge refrigeration systems, braze copper refrigeration lines, utilize torches for repairs, perform tests, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair a wide variety of temperature chambers and chillers (single-stage, cascade, and multi-stage) using blueprints, schematics, piping diagrams, technical manuals, and other specifications.

• Work independently under minimal supervision to complete tasks of substantial complexity.

• Provide support to out-of-state sites as required, with the possibility of occasional travel.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Associate’s degree (AA/AS) or other 2-year post-high school or equivalent with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience

• Certified electrician

• Experience with test equipment, calibration equipment, and hand tools

• Experience with HVAC maintenance and repair, including superheat and subcooling troubleshooting practices

• Experience with industrial electronics and AC/DC theory

• Must hold a valid EPA license

Qualifications We Prefer

• Maintenance experience with thermal chambers and vibration shakers, including electrodynamic and slip table shakers

• Ability to operate vibration controllers (e.g., Crystal Instruments, Vibration Research) and data acquisition software

• Proactive and self-motivated, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability to deliver timely and high-quality results

• Experience with the fabrication, assembly, testing, and repair of cascade and multi-stage refrigeration systems for environmental test equipment, according to blueprints, schematic drawings, and testing procedures

• Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and Human-Machine Interface (HMI) systems, including troubleshooting, programming, and integration

• Adaptability to a high-paced work environment, with the ability to manage shifting priorities and address time-sensitive production impacts as necessary

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Security Clearance

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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.

Learn More & Apply Now!

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

• 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 68,900 USD - 131,100 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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