Principal Manufacturing Engineer

Raytheon; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 107,500 - 204,500; Full time

Job summary

Raytheon in Andover, MA is seeking a Principal Engineer to serve as a Technical Lead for GEM-T Manufacturing. You will lead a team of manufacturing engineers, guide production, and drive improvements across the value stream. The role requires a STEM degree and at least 8 years of manufacturing experience, along with the ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance.

U.S. citizenship is required. You will work with CMES, PRISM, PDM, CREO, and SAP, coordinating design revisions, process changes, and

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) required.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant manufacturing experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Act as technical lead for Patriot GEM-T Manufacturing Engineering, guiding a large team.
• Drive strong technical problem solving to support manufacturing operations.
• Develop, maintain, and review Manufacturing Data Packages (MDPs) including instructions.
• Support manufacturing area with cross-functional guidance during process changes.
• Lead continuous improvement to reduce cycle time, costs, and ergonomic risk.
• Provide real-time technical support to manufacturers and suppliers.
• Use SAP and MS tools to analyze data and identify trends.

Skills

Manufacturing Engineering

Technical Leadership

Problem Solving

Cross-functional

Education

STEM degree

Tools

CMES

PRISM

PDM

CREO/ProE

Job description

Location:

US-MA-ANDOVER-AN2 ~ 352 Lowell St ~ AN2 HAMPSHIRE BLDG

Date Posted:

2026-07-21

Country:

United States of America

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. At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring 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. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. Manufacturing Engineering provides technical expertise to numerous manufacturing and development programs within Raytheon. Our work involves electronic hardware for radar, missile and combat systems. The Andover, MA location has over 1 million square feet of manufacturing/production space where product is both assembled and tested. The Principal Engineer role will work as a Technical Lead for Raytheon GEM-T Manufacturing.

What You Will Do

• Acts as a technical lead for Patriot GEM-T Manufacturing Engineering, supporting a large team of manufacturing engineers in day-to-day
• Drive strong technical problem solving in support of manufacturing operations
• Develop,maintain, and review Manufacturing Data Packages (MDPs)including assembly instructions, workflow/routing, labor standards,tooland fixture designs
• Support a manufacturing area, as part of cross-functional team, by guiding the production team through process troubleshooting and incorporation of engineering changes into the MDP
• Drive Continuous Improvement through process improvements to improve cycle time, reduce ergonomic risk to assemblers, automate, reduce costs (both direct and indirect) using CORE principles and data driven decision making
• Engage in design development and/or transition to production at various product phases as the Manufacturing Engineering contributor. Provide real-time technical support to manufacturers and fabricators, in-house as well as the supply base
• Use manufacturing systems and software, including Microsoft and SAP based applications, tomaintainproduction-relevant information and perform basic data analysis toidentifytrends within quality data
• Infrequent travel may be requested on an as-needed basis
• Apply manufacturing engineering skillsets across the extended value stream to resolve constraints and improve process and product designs
• Leverage knowledge and technical skills to influence business decisions and results from new designs to recurring production
• Design, control, and improve the producibility of products through collaboration with a multi-disciplined team
• Lead and coordinate projects, efforts, and improvements across the extended value streams
• Act as the manufacturing and producibility authority within the program
• Communicates and coordinates change reviews and effectivities with CM and IPL, including CNs and Variances
• Participate in program ERBs, CCBs, MRBs
• Evaluates factory technical issues and escalates as appropriate to program engineering, program leadership, MPMs
• Assists in resolving factory to factory quality issues, RCCA, etc

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Detailed working knowledge of CMES, PRISM and PDM
• Previousexperiencewith technical drawing interpretation, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), configuration management practices, Military and Industry standards (such as J-STD-001), CAD solid modeling tools (preference for CREO/ProE)and/or simulation tools.
• Experience in manufacturing engineering support of integration of complex electronic subassemblies
• Ability to identify, reduce and eliminate cost, quality, and schedule constraints through technical engagements
• Understand and utilize factory and program performance data

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

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.

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. 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.