Principal Manufacturing Development Engineer

Raytheon Technologies

  • Tucson, AZ
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 20 days ago
Date Posted: 2025-08-14Country: United States of AmericaLocation: AZ808: RMS AP Bldg 808 1151 East Hermans Road Building 808, Tucson, AZ, 85756 USAPosition Role Type: OnsiteU.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 clearanceSecurity Clearance: DoD Clearance: SecretAt 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.What You Will Do:As a Principal Manufacturing Development Engineer you’ll lead and coordinate projects and improvements across the extended value streams by providing technical manufacturing support to a program from the early development phases through transition to production. In this highly visible role, you’ll leverage your technical knowledge of manufacturing capabilities, product technologies, factory requirements and business processes to establish and execute the manufacturing plan and influence technical program decisions to support the overall program value stream.Typical Responsibilities will Include:
  • Participation in manufacturing and test requirements development
  • Design for manufacturing activities
  • Manufacturing process development and factory capabilities analysis to ensure factory readiness and improve product producibility
  • Managing large and complex projects, leading cross functional teams across various factories, and supporting CAM activities.
Your main responsibilities will include:
  • Supporting transition to production activities
  • Providing technical input and peer review to engineering designs and design changes.
  • Providing technical guidance and problem solving to factory engineers
  • Applying manufacturing engineering skillsets across the extended value stream to resolve constraints and improve process and product designs
Other Responsibilities may Include:
  • Serving as the manufacturing and producibility authority within the program
  • Recommending process and procedural changes to ensure that objectives in the areas of cost, efficiency, and quality are met
  • Designing, controlling, and improving the producibility of products through collaboration with a multi-disciplined team
  • Identifying and resolving constraints across the program
  • Participating in corrective action investigation
  • Ability to work on a Special Access Program
  • The ability to obtain and maintain a Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Access (ATF) clearance.
This job is posted as ONSITE and is based at Raytheon’s Tucson, AZ facility.Qualifications You Must Have:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM), and minimum 8 years of relevant experience. An advanced degree may account for additional years of experience as required for this position.
  • Experience working in manufacturing production.
  • Experience with manufacturing process development or improvement
  • Experience with CAM (Control Account Management) or EVM (Earned Value Management) or managing project or program cost, schedule and risk
Qualifications We Prefer:
  • Ability to identify, reduce and eliminate cost, quality and schedule constraints through technical engagements along with an innovative mindset that drives continuous improvement, lean manufacturing and keeps pace with advances in technology
  • Technical drawing interpretation, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and proficiency with CAD solid modeling tools (preference for CREO/ProE)
  • Demonstrated hands-on mechanical aptitude with the ability to work across disciplines in a team environment
  • Experience with technical writing and interpreting and improving technical drawings and communicating technical information to different audiences
  • Experience with MRP systems and Manufacturing Readiness Assessments
  • Prefer Bachelor’s Degrees in the following areas: Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering
  • Current DoD security clearance (secret)
What We OfferOur 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.Learn More & Apply Now!Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.
  • 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.
This position requires ability to obtain a 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:We Are RTXAbout Tucson: Tucson, AZ -#LI-ONSITEThe salary range for this role is 101,000 USD - 203,000 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.Privacy Policy and Terms:Click on this to read the Policy and Terms

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