Manufacturing Engineer II

RTX (Raytheon); Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX is seeking Manufacturing Engineers to develop comprehensive manufacturing processes for 3D metal parts across radar, sensor, and effector programs. You will create work holding solutions, multi-axis CNC programs, inspection plans, and process instructions for operators.

Close collaboration with Operations and multiple engineering disciplines is essential. The role requires strong communication skills, the ability to work in a dynamic team, and the capacity to support Root Cause/Corrective

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM and minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of machining techniques, cutting tools, and CNC machine tool capabilities.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Translate engineering design requirements into formal manufacturing process documentation including raw material definition, fixturing/tooling development, CNC programming, inspection planning, finishing requirements, and assembly instructions
• Support process improvements using data analysis and application of best practices to improve process capability and decrease cost
• Control and improve the manufacturing process through collaboration with a multi-disciplined team
• Self-manage workload to support existing production, perform non-recurring engineering work for new products, and drive improvement projects to completion.
• Communicate effectively with Engineering and Operations leaders in department to ensure schedule needs are met and where any barriers to progress exist.
• Support process development on new product introductions with an accelerated time to market
• Validate NC programs using CGTech Vericut and Cimco Edit
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues alongside Quality and Operations personnel and apply CORE/6-sigma methods to determine Root Cause and apply Corrective Actions

Skills

Machining techniques

Engineering drawings interpretation

CNC programming (basic)

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Creo CAD/CAM Software

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-13

Country: United States of America

Location: US-MA-ANDOVER-AN3 ~ 354 Lowell St ~ AN3 SUFFOLK BLDG

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

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.

Manufacturing Engineers learn production operations and the manufacturing discipline in a controlled environment. They develop manufacturing engineering skills alongside their team; internalize an understanding of safety, quality, delivery, and cost; and use Raytheon systems and tools to create innovative and unique solutions to today's manufacturing challenges. Manufacturing Engineers build technical depth into manufacturing processes and are accountable for improvement and optimization.

Primary responsibilities include developing the comprehensive manufacturing process for 3D metal parts for various radar, integrated sensor, and effector programs. The candidate will develop work holding solutions, create multi-axis CNC machining programs, develop inspection plans, and create process instructions for operators to follow. They will also assess process failures, disposition non-conforming hardware, and support Root Cause/Corrective Action plans to permanently solve problems. This position requires close cooperation with the Operations team and other engineering disciplines. The desired candidate will possess excellent communication skills and be capable of working in a dynamic team environment.

What You Will Do

• Translate engineering design requirements into formal manufacturing process documentation including raw material definition, fixturing/tooling development, CNC programming, inspection planning, finishing requirements, and assembly instructions
• Support process improvements using data analysis and application of best practices to improve process capability and decrease cost
• Control and improve the manufacturing process through collaboration with a multi-disciplined team
• Self-manage workload to support existing production, perform non-recurring engineering work for new products, and drive improvement projects to completion.
• Communicate effectively with Engineering and Operations leaders in department to ensure schedule needs are met and where any barriers to progress exist.
• Support process development on new product introductions with an accelerated time to market
• Validate NC programs using CGTech Vericut and Cimco Edit
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues alongside Quality and Operations personnel and apply CORE/6-sigma methods to determine Root Cause and apply Corrective Actions

Qualifications You Must Hav e

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) and a minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience.
• Knowledge of machining techniques, cutting tools, and CNC machine tool capabilities
• 2+ years correctly interpreting engineering drawings, including Geometric Dimensions and Tolerances
• 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

Qualifications We Prefer

• CNC programming experience for machines with 4 or more axes
• Demonstrated working knowledge of Creo CAD/CAM Software
• Process familiarity with paint, plating, and structural assembly
• Ability to work individually to support team/department success
• Possess excellent judgment and professional maturity
• Knowledge and ability to apply CORE principles and techniques
• Active DoD Security Clearance

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.

• Relocation assistance is not available

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.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring proce