Optics Manufacturing Engineer — Relocation Support (Onsite)

RTX (Raytheon); Plano (TX); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation eligibility

Job summary

RTX's Optics Manufacturing Center in Richardson, TX is seeking a skilled Optics Manufacturing Engineer to help produce high-precision windows, lenses and prisms using state-of-the-art grinding and polishing tech. You will develop robust process plans and work with cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes cost, throughput, quality, and yield optimization, with opportunities for relocation and hands-on CNC setup, metrology, and RCCA activities on a fast-paced manufacturing floor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) is required, with at least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience supporting precision manufacturing using CNC lathes, mills, and surface grinders.
• Hands-on experience programming and operating 3-axis and/or 5-axis CNC equipment with CAM software (Mastercam or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for fabrication and metrology of high-precision optical windows, lenses, and prisms.
• Develop robust process plans optimizing cost, throughput, quality, and yield.
• Interpret and verify conformance of drawings, specs, work instructions, and test procedures.
• Estimate time and resources for manufacturing activities for bids/proposals.
• Drive continuous improvement through data analysis and process optimization.
• Collaborate with technicians on the factory floor to resolve production issues.
• Specify, procure, and validate production and metrology equipment.
• Lead root-cause analysis and corrective actions using structured problem-solving tools.
• Interface with cross-functional teams to guide projects and ensure requirements compliance.

Skills

CNC programming

CNC operation

GD&T interpretation

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Mastercam

Creo

CNC machines

Job description

RTX's Optics Manufacturing Center in Richardson, TX is seeking a skilled Optics Manufacturing Engineer to help produce high-precision windows, lenses and prisms using state-of-the-art grinding and polishing tech. You will develop robust process plans and work with cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes cost, throughput, quality, and yield optimization, with opportunities for relocation and hands-on CNC setup, metrology, and RCCA activities on a fast-paced manufacturing floor.