Principal Semiconductor Product Engineer - Goleta, CA

Prattwhitney; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee assistance program

Education assistance program

Job summary

Raytheon Vision Systems (RVS) in Goleta, CA is hiring a Principal Semiconductor Product Engineer for onsite work. You will translate customer requirements into viable EOIR product solutions, oversee multiple projects, and collaborate with internal partners, customers and vendors to meet technical specs.

The role emphasizes deep semiconductor know-how, data analysis, and leadership of a cross-functional IPT. U.S. citizenship is required for access to program information.

Qualifications

• STEM degree plus 8+ years of relevant experience, unless restricted by law.
• Experience with semiconductor technology and wafer processing.
• Experience in product or project/program management.
• U.S. Citizenship is required to access information under the program/contract.

Responsibilities

• Translate customer requirements for EOIR systems into viable product solutions.
• Address complex problems to improve existing processes and designs through conceptualization and reasoning.
• Utilize research and industry best practices to deliver innovative solutions.
• Conduct data analysis to evaluate testing and performance of semiconductor devices.
• Oversee multiple projects, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery meeting specs.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders including internal partners, external customers and vendors.
• Lead a cross-functional IPT to meet or exceed customer requirements.

Skills

Semiconductor technology

Wafer processing

Product/Project management

U.S. Citizenship

Education

STEM degree

Tools

MATLAB

TCAD

MS Project

EVMS

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-10 Country: United States of America Location: US-CA-GOLETA-B01 ~ 6825 Cortona Dr ~ BLDG B01 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 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.

Raytheon Vision Systems (RVS) is a world leader in the research, design, and manufacturing of focal plane arrays and flight-based vision systems. Our 3D Integration and Imaging Systems department provides world class semiconductor and focal plane array for Electro-Optical Infrared systems in support of production and development products across multiple domains.

We have an opportunity for a Principal Semiconductor Product Engineer.

What You Will Do

• Translate customer requirements for EOIR systems into viable product solutions that RVS can provide.
• Address complex problems to improve existing processes and designs through extensive conceptualization, reasoning, and interpretation.
• Utilize research and industry best practices to deliver innovative and unique solutions.
• Conduct data analysis to evaluate the testing and performance of semiconductor devices.
• Oversee multiple projects, ensure they are completed on time, within budget, and meet technical specifications.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, including internal mission partners, external customers, and vendors.
• Lead a cross functional integrated product team (IPT) team comprised of both technical and non-technical, contributors to meet or exceed customer requirements.

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 unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.
• Experience with semiconductor technology and wafer processing.
• Experience in product and or project/program management.
• U.S. Citizen - U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Knowledge and understanding of any of the following: HgCdTe detectors, III/V semiconductor, detector physics, and/or wafer processing in a cleanroom environment. Ability to understand and analyze data related to semiconductor device test and performance. Citizenship is required as only US citizens are eligible for a security clearance. Familiarity and experience with device design, test, and modeling tools such as MATLAB and/or TCAD Simulations Knowledge of Readout Integrated Circuit (ROIC) Design & Operation Knowledge of Manufacturing Planning and Non-conforming Material Control Experience with failure analysis techniques such as 8D and Root Cause & Corrective Action reporting Understanding of Process Yields and Analysis Experience with Bids and Proposals Proficient in Microsoft Project application; Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) Experience; PMP Certification Experience with Design of Experiments (DoE) and Statistical Process Control (SPC)

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Relocation benefits are not eligible for this position.

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.

This position is an onsite role - Goleta, CA: Visit RVS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0zixvFAC2kA Explore Raytheon in Goleta: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-goleta-ca-location

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 118,300 USD - 224,900 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.

• 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