Manager, Thermal Analysis

RTX is a leading aerospace and defense company that delivers advanced systems and services to commercial, military, and government customers worldwide. The company offers a robust total rewards package, continuous career development, and a strong focus on innovation and safety.

The Mechanical Analysis and Test (MA&T) Department is seeking a Section Leader for the Advanced Sensors Thermal Analysis Section. The Section Leader will manage all aspects of the section, including staffing, development, training, hiring, succession planning, performance appraisals, compensation planning, and promotions. The role also requires providing technical leadership, fostering customer relationships, forecasting labor requirements, and ensuring successful program execution through expert thermal analysis oversight.

• Lead a team of thermal engineers and conduct performance development, appraisal, salary planning, and career coaching.
• Provide technical oversight of employees, monitor program execution, and deliver subject‑matter expertise for program and proposal efforts.
• Assist in proposal preparation, including estimating scope, completing accurate engineering estimates, and preparing BOEs for proposal activities.
• Manage weekly time‑card approval, host section meetings, and ensure adherence to company policies and security procedures.
• Maintain positive customer relationships and coordinate with cross‑disciplinary teams to achieve program objectives.

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience (or an advanced degree with additional years of experience).
• Experience in thermal analysis using ANSYS, STAR‑CCM+, FloTHERM, PATRAN, Thermal Desktop/SINDA, or equivalent tools.
• Strong mechanical principles knowledge for solving classical thermal analysis problems, including both FEA and non‑FEA approaches.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• U.S. citizenship required; the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government‑issued Security Clearance (DoD Secret) is mandatory.
• Availability to work onsite in a closed and secured space in McKinney, TX.

• Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering.
• 10+ years of professional experience in thermal analysis of complex systems across multiple engineering disciplines.
• Prior experience as a technical or engineering team leader.
• Experience in electronics cooling, aerodynamic heating analyses, and leading thermal testing (planning, execution, data reduction, correlation).
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management Systems and support of EACs, BOEs, and proposals.
• Ability to present technical information to external customers and to travel to government and other facilities as required.
• ABET accreditation (preferred but not required).

• Competitive salary range: $107,500 – $204,500 USD.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Retirement plans with 401(k) match and flexible spending accounts.
• Paid parental leave, flexible work schedules, and educational assistance.
• Employee recognition and award programs.
• Opportunities for career development and internal mobility.

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.