Semiconductor Manufacturing Engineer

Prattwhitney; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 95,500 - 181,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off and holidays

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Prattwhitney in Goleta, CA, is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to oversee the assembly of Focal Plane Modules and ensure compliance with engineering specifications. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of relevant experience and a degree in a STEM field.

Responsibilities include reading technical drawings, writing manufacturing plans, and improving processes through insightful analysis. The position includes a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary ranging from $95,500 to $181,700.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Understanding of military and commercial manufacturing processes.
• Experience with ERP and MES systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and assemble Focal Plane Modules.
• Write manufacturing plans and instructions.
• Improve processes and manage budgets.

Skills

Technical drawing interpretation

Microsoft Office Suite

Manufacturing process documentation

Tooling review

Defect analysis and process improvement

Engineering support

Budget management

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM)

Tools

SAP

CMES

Job description

Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Goleta, CA

Date Posted: 2026-06-16

Job Overview

At Raytheon Vision Systems (RVS), we need a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to oversee and assemble Focal Plane Modules from design implementation to shipment.

Required U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Secret security clearance (maintained after day one).

Responsibilities

• Read technical drawings and use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) for daily communications, tracking, and documenting manufacturing processes.
• Write manufacturing plans and instructions in accordance with engineering specifications, quality requirements, safety, and security.
• Generate Bills of Material (BOMs).
• Participate in tooling reviews and provide evaluation and feedback of tool designs.
• Review hardware for compliance; generate work/rework/repair documentation; troubleshoot to support production activities.
• Determine causes of defects and improve processes through updates to work instructions, tooling, process, programs, or equipment.
• Present results of investigations to peers and management at Corrective Action Board (CAB).
• Provide engineering support for the manufacturing factory, interpret engineering drawings and specifications into build plans, create schedules, and oversee nonrecurring and recurring tasks.
• Create and maintain Bill of Materials, generate planning documents, manage process and tooling activities, review and disposition discrepant material, manage budgets, interface with manufacturing personnel, lead problem‑solving efforts and corrective actions.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• Engineering experience required.
• Working knowledge of military and commercial manufacturing processes.
• Experience with ERP and MES systems; SAP/CMES experience preferred.
• Understanding of basic semiconductor physics and experience with II‑VI and III‑V or other compound semiconductor processing.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or other continuous‑improvement methodologies.
• Experience or knowledge of Statistical Process Control, Gage R&R, Capability Studies, Design of Experiments (DOE), or other quantitative continuous‑improvement tools.
• Experience working closely with all levels of manufacturing stakeholders.
• Budgeting and presentation skills.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary range: $95,500 – $181,700 USD.

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.
• Annual incentive programs (short‑term and/or long‑term) based on individual and business results.

EEO Statement

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, 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 Section503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.