Engineering Section Manager, CCM Front End - 2nd Shift

Position Overview

The Manufacturing Engineering Section Manager will lead the 2nd and 3rd shift engineering teams for Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) at RTX’s Andover, MA facility. This 2nd Shift position includes an 8% shift differential. The role reports directly to the Front End Section Manager and is responsible for process development, sustainment, and improvement, ensuring quality, efficiency, and safety in front‑end manufacturing operations.

• Lead the Off‑Shift Engineering team to address production issues, resolve complex challenges, and drive process optimization, cost reduction, and cycle time improvement.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and career development discussions for team members.
• Translate engineering design requirements into actionable manufacturing solutions, including detailed process documentation and best practices for junior engineers.
• Collaborate with Operations, Design, Test, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to ensure seamless communication and integration of design requirements.
• Lead and coach corrective action investigations, disposition hardware discrepancies, identify root causes, and implement preventive measures.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities, contributing to process improvement initiatives and specialized tooling development (e.g., jigs, fixtures, packaging).
• Maintain and advance the technology roadmap for Surface Mount Technology (SMT) operations.
• Coordinate across disciplines and suppliers to uphold best practices in quality, efficiency, and safety.

• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in electronics manufacturing processes.
• Bachelor’s degree in STEM (Engineering, Computer Science, or related field).
• Proficiency with circuit card assembly industry standards (e.g., J‑STD‑001, IPC‑A‑610).
• Experience in leadership or managing engineering teams.
• Knowledge of surface‑mount technology, lean manufacturing principles, and quality systems.
• Experience with MRP systems (e.g., SAP), earned value systems, shop floor management, and cost estimation.
• Strong analytical, technical problem‑solving, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance (DoD Confidential). U.S. citizenship required.
• Self‑starter with proven ability to manage personal and team workload and drive results.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and short‑term & long‑term disability coverage
• 401(k) match and flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program, employee scholar program, and parental leave
• Paid time off and holidays; benefits vary by business unit
• Annual incentive programs (short‑term and long‑term) as applicable to level and collective‑bargaining status

USD 107,500 – 204,500

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 Section
503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.