Principal Specialist, Engineering Services - Data Management; Onsite

Position Overview

The Configuration and Data Management Department is seeking a highly motivated Principal Specialist, Engineering Services to join the team on‑site in McKinney, TX. The role requires an active, transferable Secret DoD U.S. government‑issued security clearance prior to start date. Salary range: $86,800 – $165,200 annually.

• Read statement of work and 1423 forms.
• Understand the integrated master schedule, load submission schedule, and track/submit/close submissions.
• Support program events and maintain accurate task status.
• Apply CM/DM approach and tools to perform data management for both unclassified and classified tasks.
• Work independently while supporting team goals and communicating status.
• During peak periods, may work a modified schedule to meet program needs.
• Develop Hardware Configuration Management skills, such as drawing/work‑product releases and drawing changes, to back up team members as required.

• CM/DM approach and CM/DM tools.

• Active and transferable Secret DoD U.S. government‑issued security clearance.
• University degree and minimum 5 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree and minimum 3 years of experience.
• Experience with Product Data Management tools, or ability to learn CM/DM processing tools (e.g., Windchill Common PDM).
• Understanding of data/configuration management concepts.
• Experience working in a classified environment on DoD contracts.

• Ability to read and comprehend statement of work, 1423 forms, integrated master schedule, and work‑product management plan.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and Microsoft Project.
• Strong problem‑solving and ad‑hoc issue resolution skills.
• Capacity to work independently on tasks.
• Strong communication and reading/comprehension abilities.
• Ability to prioritize multiple concurrent tasks.
• 7+ years of relative experience.

• Flexible work weeks: 9/80A, 5/40.
• Core hours and modified time options.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching and separate retirement contributions.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student loan repayment program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverages for pet, home, auto, additional life, accident, critical illness, group legal, and  protection.
• Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
• Fertility and family planning support.
• Employee Assistance Plan with up to 10 free counseling sessions.
• Wellness incentives and rewards program.
• Telehealth with virtual doctor visits.
• Child and elder care services.
• Medical experts and second‑opinion program.

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. 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.