Senior Semiconductor Product Engineer - Goleta, CA

Prattwhitney; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

Raytheon is seeking a Principal Senior Semiconductor Product Engineer to translate customer EOIR system requirements into viable semiconductor solutions. You will oversee multiple projects and lead a cross-functional IPT to meet technical specs.

You will conduct data analysis on semiconductor device testing, build stakeholder relationships, and drive innovative design and manufacturing improvements within the vision systems division.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a STEM degree and minimum 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with semiconductor technology and wafer processing.
• Experience in product and/or project/program management.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Semiconductor technology

Wafer processing

Product management

Project management

Education

STEM degree

Tools

MATLAB

TCAD simulations

Microsoft Project

EVMS

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-07 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

Principal Senior Semiconductor Product Engineer

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.

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, ensuring 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 5 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.

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.
• 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: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Benefits

• 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 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.

The salary range for this role is 95,500 USD - 181,700 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels.

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.

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 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.

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.