Principal Manufacturing Engineer

Prattwhitney; Farmington (NM); On-site; USD 101,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Manufacturing Engineer to enhance manufacturing processes and lead innovative projects. This role involves managing large-scale designs, developing essential manufacturing data packages, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. You'll collaborate with a dynamic team to troubleshoot processes and implement engineering changes, ensuring efficiency and safety in production. If you're passionate about engineering and ready to make a significant impact in a vital industry, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Parental Leave

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering.
• Experience with shop floor management systems and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage large-scale design and improvements to manufacturing processes.
• Develop Manufacturing Data Packages and support daily manufacturing operations.

Skills

Manufacturing Process Improvement

Team Leadership

Technical Documentation Interpretation

Continuous Improvement

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in STEM

Advanced Degree

Tools

SAP

CREO/ProE

ERP/MRP Software

Job description

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Principal Manufacturing Engineer

Apply locations NM201: RMS Dine 10059 Highway 371 South , Farmington, NM, 87401 USA time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id 01764534

Date Posted:

2025-04-24

Country:

United States of America

Location:

NM201: RMS Dine 10059 Highway 371 South , Farmington, NM, 87401 USA

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:

None/Not Required

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 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. As a Manufacturing Engineer with our Raytheon team, you’ll apply your skills to develop, test, modify and create solutions through a collaborative effort with our stakeholders.

**Please Note: This position is located at the Raytheon Diné Facility in Farmington, NM. RTX- Diné Facility adheres to the Navajo Nation Preference in Employment Act in areas of recruitment and hiring practices.

What You Will Do:

As a Principal Manufacturing Engineer, your responsibilities will include the following:

• Managing large scale design, control and improvements to the manufacturing process
• Developing Manufacturing Data Packages (MDPs) including assembly instructions, workflow/routing, labor standards, tool and fixture designs
• Establishing engineering design requirements tailored to manufacturing processes
• Supporting manufacturing areas daily with process troubleshooting and incorporating engineering changes into the MDP
• Leading non-conforming material analysis with root cause and corrective action analysis as required
• Leading Continuous Improvement to improve cycle time, reduce ergonomic risk to assemblers, automate and reduce costs
• Leading factory wide strategic improvement projects
• Leading corrective action investigations to prevent recurrence
• Providing real-time technical support to manufacturers and fabricators; in-house as well as the supply base.
• Developing and implementing manufacturing process control and performance monitoring
• Tool/fixture development to drive ergonomics into processes
• Developing and maintaining influential relationships with internal customers
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Access (ATF) clearance.

This job is posted as ONSITE and is based at Raytheon’s Farmington, NM site.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires: Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience. An advanced degree may account for additional years of experience as required for this position
• Experience with a shop floor management system (i.e. SAP, PRISM, EPICOR, or similar ERP or MRP manufacturing software) and/or experience interpreting technical documentation
• Experience leading teams or projects

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Technical drawing interpretation, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Experience with technical writing
• Proficiency with CAD solid modeling tools (preference for CREO/ProE)
• Experience with automated tooling, machinery and programming
• Demonstrated hands-on mechanical aptitude with the ability to work across disciplines
• Experience with Refurbishment and Repair requirements and processing of Government Furnished Material (GFM) or Equipment (GFE)
• Organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks and innovative mindset that drives continuous improvement, lean manufacturing and keeps pace with advances in technology

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.

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Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

• 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.

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The salary range for this role is 101,000 USD - 203,000 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.

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