Sr Process Engineer

Prattwhitney; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 182,000; 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

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Raytheon Vision Systems (RVS) is seeking a Process Engineer with a background in supporting Vacuum Dewar Fabrication, focusing on Wirebond and Precision Alignment in an ISO Class 5 cleanroom. You will collaborate with technicians, product, manufacturing, and equipment engineers on process development, improvements, and safety practices.

The role requires familiarity with Vacuum Processing, Leak Check, Plating, Photolithography, Metrology, and a degree in STEM with 5+ years of relevant

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience in Process, Chemical and/or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Familiarity with Vacuum Processing, Leak Check, Plating, Photolithography, and Metrology is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate in a cleanroom environment using metrology, alignment, and bonding equipment.
• Ensure safety protocols and chemical handling guidelines are followed.
• Lead process development and improvement projects; analyze yields and throughput.

Skills

Process Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Manufacturing Engineering

SPC

DOE/ANOVA

Reading drawings

Chemical handling

Infrared Detector Technology

Metrology

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Engineering software

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-24 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. RVS is seeking a Process Engineer with a background in supporting Vacuum Dewar Fabrication.

This position will focus on processes and techniques required to support the manufacture of Infrared Vacuum Dewars specifically in Wirebond and Precision Alignment. The selected candidate will work with a team of Technicians, Product Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, and Equipment Engineers in an ISO Class 5 Clean Room setting. The position will also include managing process development and improvement projects, including novel processing techniques, yield increase, throughput, and safety improvements. The selected candidate will be responsible for reviewing material in WIP, certifying operators and hands on processing testing and failure analysis.

The candidate should have familiarity with some or all these processes: Vacuum Processing, Leak Check, Plating, Photolithography, and Metrology.

What You Will Do

• Will use chemicals, metrology, inspection microscope, alignment and bonding equipment in a cleanroom environment.
• Handling chemical safety data and follow and advise on safety protocols including the use of Personal Protective Equipment.
• Developing and delivering presentations (verbal and/or written) to key stakeholders.
• Working with Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Design of Experiments (DOE/ANOVA).

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience in Process, Chemical and/or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Qualifications We Prefer Experience with Precision Alignment, Wire bond, Vacuum Life, Leak Check, Plating, Photolithography, and Metrology.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings or schematics.
• Good mechanical aptitude and chemical handling ability.
• Experience with Infrared Detector Technology and Equipment and controls systems.
• Experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Design of Experiments (DOE/ANOVA).
• Computer literacy (Excel, Word, PowerPoint as well as the ability to learn and use engineering and manufacturing software.

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.

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.

• 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

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.

Location

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.

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.