Manufacturing Engineer I (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 57,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k) match

Relocation assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX is seeking Manufacturing Engineers to develop data packages, support shop floor processes, and drive continuous improvement across assembly operations. You will create instructions, routing, and tool designs while applying Six Sigma principles to boost efficiency.

Qualified candidates hold a STEM degree with CAD experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and the ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance. This is an onsite role with opportunities for growth and relocation support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Aerospace, or STEM field by start date.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PPT, Project, or Word).
• Experience with CAD solid modeling tools.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship required for clearance eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Develop Manufacturing Data Packages with assembly instructions, workflow, and tool design.
• Support daily manufacturing with process troubleshooting and engineering changes.
• Disposition non-conforming material with root-cca analysis as required.
• Lead continuous improvement to reduce cycle time and costs via Six Sigma and data-driven decisions.
• Provide real-time technical support to manufacturers and suppliers.
• Develop tools/fixtures to improve ergonomics and process efficiency.

Skills

Microsoft Office

CAD software

Security clearance

US citizenship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

STEM degree

Tools

CAD solid modeling tools

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-14 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-809 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 809 (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 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 Manufacturing Engineers develop and improve manufacturing processes by studying products and manufacturing methods. They analyze product specifications to determine appropriate designs and processes that support these customer requirements. You would apply your skills to develop, test, modify, and create solutions through a collaborative effort with various teams.

What You Will Do

• Developing Manufacturing Data Packages (MDPs) including assembly instructions, workflow/routing, labor standards, tool, and fixture designs
• Supporting daily manufacturing areas with process troubleshooting, incorporation of engineering changes into the MDP
• Dispositioning non‑conforming material with root cause and corrective action analysis as required
• Driving Continuous Improvement through process improvements to improve cycle time, reduce ergonomic risk to assemblers, automate, reduce costs (both direct and indirect) using Six Sigma principles and data driven decision making
• Providing real‑time technical support to manufacturers and fabricators; in‑house as well as the supply base.
• Tool/fixture development to drive ergonomics into processes
• Leading corrective action investigations to prevent recurrence

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) major obtained by start date.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PPT, Project, or Word)
• Experience with CAD solid modeling tools
• The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
• Experience may be obtained through on‑the‑job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Excellent organizational skills with fine attention to detail
• Knowledge and ability to apply lean manufacturing principles and techniques
• Technical drawing interpretation, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Strong organization skills with ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Current DoD security clearance (secret)
• Experience with automated tooling, machinery and programming
• Experience with Refurbishment and Repair requirements and processing of Government Furnished Material (GFM) or Equipment (GFE)

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world.

• Trust
• Respect
• Accountability
• Collaboration
• Innovation

Relocation assistance

• 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
• Holidays
• Annual short‑term incentive compensation programs
• Annual long‑term incentive compensation programs
• 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.

The salary range for this role is 57,200 USD - 108,800 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.

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. Clearance Information: This position requires 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: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short‑term incentive compensation programs and annual 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.

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: RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry‑leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.