Principal Manufacturing Development Engineer

RTX; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Long-term disability

Job summary

RTX, a leader in aerospace and defense, seeks a Principal Manufacturing Development Engineer for our Tucson site. You will lead cross‑functional projects, develop manufacturing data packages, and guide producibility in support of complex programs.

This role requires active DoD security clearance and strong collaboration with engineering and operations teams. Ideal candidates have a STEM degree with at least eight years in manufacturing, process development, and CAD tools (CREO/ProE).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years of relevant experience.
• Experience working in manufacturing production.
• Experience with manufacturing process development or improvement.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance.
• Ability to obtain interim Secret U.S government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.
• Current DoD security clearance (secret)

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate projects across the extended value streams.
• Develop Manufacturing Data Packages (MDPs) including instructions, workflow, labor standards, tools.
• Provide technical input to engineering designs and changes.
• Apply manufacturing engineering skills to resolve constraints and improve designs.
• Serve as the manufacturing and producibility authority within the program.
• Identify and resolve constraints across the program.
• Participate in corrective action investigations

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Process improvement

Lean manufacturing

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in STEM

Tools

CREO/ProE CAD

MRP systems

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-27 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-928 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ MULTI PURPOSE FAC 928 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.

This position requires 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

This position is an onsite role - Tucson, AZ: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-tucson,-az-location

What You Will Do:

As a Principal Manufacturing Development Engineer, you'll lead and coordinate projects and improvements across the extended value streams and will develop influential relationships with your internal stakeholders. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Developing Manufacturing Data Packages (MDPs) including assembly instructions, workflow/routing, labor standards, tool and fixture designs.
• Providing technical input and peer review to engineering designs and design changes.
• Providing technical guidance and problem solving to factory engineers
• Applying manufacturing engineering skillsets across the extended value stream to resolve constraints and improve process and product designs

Other Responsibilities may Include:

• Serving as the manufacturing and producibility authority within the program
• Recommending process and procedural changes to ensure that objectives in the areas of cost, efficiency and quality are met
• Designing, controlling and improving the producibility of products through collaboration with a multi-disciplined team
• Identifying and resolving constraints across the program
• Participating in corrective action investigations

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires: Bachelor's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 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.
• Current DoD security clearance (secret)

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.
• Experience with Technical drawing interpretation, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and proficiency with CAD solid modeling tools (preference for CREO/ProE) as well as experience with technical writing and interpreting and improving technical drawings and communicating technical information to different audiences.
• Demonstrated hands-on mechanical aptitude with the ability to work across disciplines in a team environment.
• Experience with MRP systems and with Manufacturing Readiness Assessments.

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.

The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 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.

• 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

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.

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.