Principal Specialist, Lab Lead Security Clearance

Position: Principal Specialist, Lab Lead with Security Clearance
Date Posted:

Country:
United States of America

Location:

US-TX-PLANO-465 ~ 465 Independence Pkwy ~ INDEPENDENCE
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:
DoD Clearance:
Secret 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.

Job Summary:

In 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 Engineering Lab Management Team is seeking a Lab Lead to be part of our Lab Support section. The Lab Lead will be responsible for managing Engineering Labs located in North Texas at the Independence site (Plano, TX) that develops and test product/hardware for multiple mission areas. This position is an onsite role!

What You Will Do:

Responsibilities include supporting the test and evaluations of our products including but not limited to:
* Duties include coordination and execution of SE&TC Engineering Lab requirements.

* Responsibilities include maintaining and standardizing lab infrastructure, to meet program requirements. Responsibilities also include supporting AS 9100/ISO 9001 audits, DCMA audits and EHS audits.

* The Lab Lead shall ensure lab personnel operate to standard lab run rules and applicable SE&TC policies within the lab, ensuring compliance with Safety, Quality controls, 6S, FOD/FOE, Equipment Calibration, Raytheon Property controls, ESD controls, Housekeeping, Shelf-life Controls, Preventative Maintenance, and Ergonomics.

* Lab Operating Procedure (LOP) Management; provide direction for lab users on established policies.

* Management, coordination, and implementation of Environmental Health and Safety standards.

* Ensure company and customer owned property is properly tracked, managed, and calibrated.

* Maintain and improve the lab access list and training matrices, ensuring all personnel entering the labs are properly trained and cleared.

* Take a proactive role in developing, understanding, and implementing common lab processes, tools, templates, and metrics.

* Communicate issues and opportunities for improvement to team members and management.

* Oversee audit assessment preparation;
Engineering Lab Objective Evaluation and Factory & Lab Assessment reviews; develop corrective action plans and assist in the development of long-range objectives.

* Safeguard classified/proprietary material, hardware, and documentation.

* Adhere to the RTX Code of Conduct by exhibiting respect and ethical behavior to serve as a positive role model within the organization.

* Audits which may include but are not limited to:
Environmental Health and Safety, Security, Lab Quality, Customer, and Equipment. Qualifications You Must Have:
* Typically requires a university degree and a minimum of 5 years prior relevant experience.

* Knowledgeable in lab safety and 6S (Housekeeping).

* Leadership behaviors and willingness to make decisions and embrace change.

* Experience with the Quality processes regarding AS 9100/ISO 9001 audits.

* Managing compliance in an Engineering Lab or similar environment. Qualifications We Prefer:
* Asset Management Systems experience (Aramis and SAP)

* Working Knowledge of SI&T lab run rules, policies, and procedures.

* Knowledge of ESD Controls (Garment control, wrist straps, SSWS, and monitoring)

* Experience working directly with engineers, technicians, and leadership in an engineering lab environment in the areas of safety, security, compliance, and property management.

* Experience with EHS, NISPOM, and Foreign Object Elimination processes.

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.

* This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Learn More & Apply Now! This position requires 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://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). As…