Item Manager – Engineering Services (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-07-29



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WC ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING C 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

Raytheon Company, Managed by Collins Aerospace

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.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Trusted Mission Processing (TMP) provides embedded processing solutions for rugged real-time applications. The Whole Life Engineering (WLE) team is made up of several disciplines whose main objective is to influence hardware and systems early in their life cycle to ensure effective operation, reliability, maintainability, testability, and economical ownership by the customer and end user. We are currently seeking a Senior Analyst to be part of the WLE team and serve as the Item Manager for the Joint Strike Fighter Depot repair program in McKinney, TX.  

As the Item Manager (Engineering Services), you’ll work alongside a cross-functional team to support repair contracts on avionic modules. Your role will involve tracking repairs, ensuring completion, and returning items to customers in accordance with contract parameters. You’ll thrive in a dynamic environment, coordinating with repair performers, project leads, program managers, and other cross-functional teams such as operations, supply chain, and finance to ensure accurate reporting to the customer. 

This position is onsite and located in McKinney, TX.

What You Will Do

• You will be the lead coordinator providing detailed depot repair status of customer returned material. 

• You will work closely with external customers, program management, operations, production control, quality, and engineering teams to achieve successful program results. 

• Support the Integrated Product Team Lead by directing asset repair and return activities, while providing logistical oversight across cross-functional areas. 

• Track assets through the repair process and prepare correspondence/reports for internal and external collaboration and approval. 

• Monitor expenditures and schedules for repairs. 

• Partner in developing long-term repair and return strategies in alignment with technical requirements and customer needs. 

• Assess repair process trends and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce turnaround times. 

• Track, manage, and report repair status and budgets, while contributing to estimates at complete (EAC). Provide data for monthly contract deliverables and participate in program reviews and customer meetings. 

• Support proposal efforts by developing bases of estimates. Contribute to risk and opportunity management. 

• Mentor and develop team members to foster growth and knowledge-sharing. 

• Utilize organization and attention-to-detail skills.

• Initiate problem-solving abilities to create efficient solutions.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics(STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.

• Experience with logistics support, depot repair facilities and related processes and/or manufacturing. 

• Experiencee working with multiple databases and provide enhancement inputs to database development team. 

• Experience interacting with internal and external customers.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Working knowledge of Exostar, PDM, and ICMS.

• Knowledge of repair cycle programs.

• Understanding of assigning GFM (Government Furnished Material) hardware to contract or purchase orders.

• Ability to read and interpret contract and purchase order requirements.

• Strong attention to detail and a demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment with self-initiative. 

• Strong verbal and written communication skills. 

• Knowledge and application of logistics principles.  

• Understanding of government acquisition processes, DoD statutes, and DoD/DFAR regulations. Experience developing and routing DD250 and DD1149 forms. 

• Experience in program planning, budgeting, and tracking (EVMS) to meet cost and schedule objectives. 

• Proficiency in analyzing large datasets to identify trends, with intermediate skills in MS Office products, particularly MS Excel. 

• Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance.

Role Type

*Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

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.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

What We Offer

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:   

•       Flexible work weeks: 9/80A, 5/40; Flexible work Hours: Core hours, Modified time

•       Medical, dental, and vision insurance. 

•       Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees. 

•       Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.  

•       Tuition reimbursement program.

•       Student Loan Repayment Program. 

•       Life insurance and disability coverage. 

•       Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection. 

•       Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits. 

•       Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning.  

•       Adoption Assistance.           

•       Autism Benefit. 

•       Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.  

•       Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program.

•       Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits.  

•       Bright Horizons, child and elder care services.

•       Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program.  

•       And more!  

Learn More and Apply Now!

Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from aircraft and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time. Start your application today.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again. Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

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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