Manufacturing Development Engineer II

Raytheon; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Raytheon in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Manufacturing Development Engineer II to drive manufacturing development across extended value streams, from early development through transition to production. You will use your manufacturing knowledge to shape plans, influence program decisions and improve producibility while ensuring factory readiness.

Responsibilities include creating MD packages, reviewing engineering designs for manufacturability, and applying lean manufacturing practices across a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in STEM with at least 2 years of manufacturing experience.
• Experience in manufacturing production.
• Experience with manufacturing process development or improvement.
• Ability to work on programs requiring special program access.
• Ability to obtain and maintain ATF clearance.
• Ability to obtain interim Secret U.S. government issued security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Participate in manufacturing development and value stream improvements.
• Assist with Design for Manufacturing activities and translate designs into processes.
• Develop Manufacturing Data Packages including assembly instructions and labor standards.
• Translate engineering requirements into manufacturable processes and support program decisions.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to resolve constraints and improve producibility.
• Provide input on producibility authority and cost/quality objectives.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Process development

Engineering drawing interpretation

GD&T

CAD tools

Security clearance ability

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in STEM

Tools

CREO/ProE

SAP/ERP/MRP

Job description

Location

US-AZ-TUCSON-801 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 801 (External Site)

Date Posted

2026-09-03

Country

United States of America

Location

US-AZ-TUCSON-801 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 801 (External Site)

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 Type

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status

Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

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.

Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do

As a Manufacturing Development Engineer II you’ll participate in 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 role, you’ll leverage your technical knowledge of manufacturing capabilities, product technologies and factory requirements to help 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 development
• Participation in Design for Manufacturing activities
• Manufacturing process development to ensure factory readiness and improve product producibility

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Developing Manufacturing Data Packages (MDPs) including assembly instructions, workflow/routing, labor standards, tool and fixture designs.
• Assisting with review of engineering designs and design changes and translating this into manufacturing processes
• Assisting in translating engineering design requirements into manufacturing processes
• Applying manufacturing engineering skillsets across the extended value stream to resolve constraints and improve process and product designs

Other Responsibilities may Include:

• Providing input on the manufacturing and producibility authority on of assigned hardware
• Recommending process and procedural changes to ensure that objectives in the areas of cost, efficiency, and quality are met
• Assisting with designing, controlling, and improving the producibility of products through collaboration with a multi-disciplined team
• Assisting in identifying and resolving constraints across the program
• Participating in corrective action investigation

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 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience working in manufacturing production.
• Experience with manufacturing process development or improvement
• Ability to work on programs requiring special program access
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Access (ATF) clearance.
• Ability to obtain interim Secret U.S government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

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 a shop floor management system (i.e. SAP, PRISM, ERP, MRP, or similar manufacturing software)
• 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 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.

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.

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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.