Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

RTX in Goleta, CA is seeking a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer to oversee the assembly of Focal Plane Modules and optical/electromechanical components from design to shipment.

The role is onsite and involves cleanroom work; it may evolve into a lead position delegating tasks to junior engineers. The ideal candidate will write manufacturing plans, generate BOMs, review hardware for compliance, and lead process improvements.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience in Semiconductor, Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing and/or Process Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Work with adhesives application, precision alignment, paint, weld, and cleaning processes for high-mix low volume electromechanical assemblies.
• Read and understand technical data including drawings, and specifications and use 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.

Skills

5+ years experience

Semiconductor experience

Manufacturing/Process engineering

ERP/MES experience

Education

STEM degree

Tools

SAP

CMMS

MES systems

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-11-02

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CA-GOLETA-B03 ~ 75 Coromar Dr ~ BLDG B03

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 RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

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 Sr. Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Goleta, California

The candidate will be responsible for the oversite and assembly of Focal Plane Modules Arrays, optical components, and/or electromechanical assemblies from implementation of design to shipment. Lead manufacturing engineering efforts on moderate to high complexity programs, providing engineering support for the manufacturing factory, interpreting engineering drawings and specifications into build plans, creating schedules and overseeing nonrecurring and recurring tasks to support program builds. The position includes work in cleanroom environments wearing full coverall garments. Role ideally will evolve into a lead position which requires delegating tasks to other less experienced engineers.

What You Will Do

• Work with adhesives application, precision alignment, paint, weld, and cleaning processes for high-mix low volume electromechanical assemblies.
• Read and understand technical data including drawings, and specifications and use 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 or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience in Semiconductor, Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing and/or Process Engineering.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience in military and commercial manufacturing processes.
• Experience with ERP and MES systems. SAP/ CMES experienced preferred.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills including experience in 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.
• Must be self-motivated, adaptable, willing to work on varying assignments, lead projects, and work as part of an Integrated Product Team.
• Must possess good communication skills, especially for: documenting assembly processes, presenting technical issues or changes, and interpersonal dialogue in a diverse team.
• Experience in semiconductor cleanroom (class 100) work environment.
• Understanding of semiconductor physics. Knowledge or experience with wet etch, metal-lift off, lithography, plasma cleaning or associated semiconductor processing equipment.

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.

This position is an onsite role – Goleta, CA:

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As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 95,500 USD - 181,700 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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