Semiconductor Manufacturing Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Paid time off

Job summary

Raytheon in Goleta, California is looking for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to oversee the assembly and engineering support of Focal Plane Modules. The role requires interpreting engineering drawings, creating and maintaining Bills of Materials, and managing production processes.

The ideal candidate should have a STEM degree and at least 5 years of engineering experience. Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and statistical tools is preferred. An excellent benefits package includes medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience.
• Engineering experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and assemble Focal Plane Modules from implementation of design to shipment.
• Write manufacturing plans and instructions in accordance with engineering specifications.
• Generate Bills of Material (BOMs) and participate in tooling reviews.
• Troubleshoot to support production activities and project delivery.

Skills

Engineering experience

Knowledge of Six Sigma

Statistical Process Control

Knowledge of military and commercial manufacturing processes

Education

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

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-06-16

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: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. 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: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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 supporting a myriad of defense, surveillance, space, and weather tracking applications. We have an immediate opportunity for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Goleta, California.

The candidate will be responsible for the oversight and assembly of Focal Plane Modules from implementation of design to shipment. Provide engineering support for the manufacturing factory, interpret engineering drawings and specifications into build plans, create schedules and oversee nonrecurring and recurring tasks to support program builds. 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.

What You Will Do

• Reading technical drawings as well as using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook) for daily communications, tracking, and documenting manufacturing processes for assembly.
• Write manufacturing plans and instructions in accordance with engineering specifications, quality requirements, safety needs, and security requirements.
• 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; perform troubleshooting to support production activities.
• Determine the 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).
• Troubleshoot to support production activities and project delivery.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience.
• Engineering experience is required.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Working knowledge of military and commercial manufacturing processes.
• Working knowledge of ERP and MES systems, SAP/ CMES experienced preferred.
• Understanding of basic semiconductor physics.
• 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&Rs, Capability Studies, Design of Experiments (DOE) or other quantitative continuous improvement tools.
• Experience in a production environment closely teaming with all levels of manufacturing stakeholders.Budgeting and presentation skills.

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.

Salary range for this role is 95,500 USD - 181,700 USD. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including 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 depend on the business unit and whether 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 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.

Application window closes approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted, subject to change.

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.