Manufacturing Engineer I (Onsite)

RTX (Raytheon); Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for an onsite role in Goleta, CA. You will write manufacturing plans, generate BOMs, and support production through tooling reviews, defect analysis, and process improvements.

A BS in a STEM field and experience in manufacturing are required, along with the ability to obtain a DoD security clearance. Knowledge of ERP/MRP/MES systems (SAP/CMES) and proficiency with Microsoft Office are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Aerospace, Chemical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Materials, Mechanical Engineering or related STEM earned by start date.
• Experience in manufacturing processes and/or assembly of mechanical and electronic assemblies.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite for daily communications, tracking, and documentation of manufacturing processes.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a US Government issued clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Write manufacturing plans and instructions according to engineering specs, quality, safety and security requirements.
• Generate Bills of Material (BOMs).
• Participate in tooling reviews and evaluate tool designs.
• Review hardware for compliance; create work/rework/repair docs; troubleshoot to support production.
• Identify root causes of defects and improve processes; present results to peers and CAB.

Skills

Manufacturing processes

Reading drawings

Education

Bachelor of Science in STEM fields

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

ERP/MRP/MES (SAP/CMES)

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-14

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CA-GOLETA-B03 ~ 75 Coromar Dr ~ BLDG B03

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.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 clearance

Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.

Raytheon Vision Systems (RVS) is a world leader in the research, design, and manufacturing of focal plane arrays and flight-based vision systems supporting a myriad of defense, surveillance, space, and weather tracking applications. We have an immediate career-growth opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Goleta, California

What You Will Do

• Write manufacturing plans and instructions in accordance with engineering specifications, quality requirements, safety needs, and security requirements.
• Generate Bills of Material (BOMs).
• Participate in tooling reviews and provide evaluation and feedback of tool designs.
• Review hardware for compliance; generate work/rework/repair documentation; perform troubleshooting to support production activities.
• Determine the causes of defects and improve processes through updates to work instructions, tooling, process, programs, or equipment; present results of investigations to peers and management at Corrective Action Board (CAB).
• Troubleshoot to support production activities and project delivery.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) obtained by start date
• Experience in manufacturing processes and/or assembly of mechanical and electronic assemblies.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, or Outlook) for daily communications, tracking, and documenting manufacturing processes for assembly.
• The Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government issued clearance is required. U.S. Citizenship is required as only US citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• *Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Knowledge of military and commercial manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Materials/ Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES). SAP/ CMES knowledge preferred.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control, Gage R&Rs, Capability Studies, Design of Experiments (DOE) or other quantitative continuous improvement tools.
• Experience in a working environment closely teaming with different levels of stakeholders.
• Experience in reading technical drawings

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

The salary range for this role is 62,900 USD - 119,700 USD.

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.

This position is an onsite role - Goleta, CA

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: Security Clearance FAQs - United States Department of State

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