Principal Manufacturing Engineer

What You Will Do

• Primary interface to the Program Operations Office, Factory Technical Directors, Factory Managers, PTE Section Manager, and Operations Engineering.
• Owner of the capital Test Equipment upgrades (TEMA) and coordination in the factories.
• Accountable to coordinate and lead continuous improvement and optimization.
• Interfaces with Strategic Make Center (SMC) Managers to execute and course‑correct as necessary on A3 project performance from inception through gate review closure.
• Manages and attends TEMA Review Boards (TRB) for all factories, dispositions, and provides execution and status to the TEMAs.
• Provides inputs into the Test Equipment Investment Strategy.
• Provides inputs into the Vision, Strategy and Initiatives for future planning.
• Participates and provides inputs to the Test Equipment Roadmap.
• Collaborates across multi‑disciplined Engineering teams to derive best solutions to existing capital equipment challenges.
• Oversees and influences a team of Engineers to accomplish TEMAs and A3s.
• Manages the Common Factory Test Platform (CFTP) budget and course‑correct if needed.
• Performs as a technical and test process Subject Matter Expert (SME).
• Oversees cost and schedule management of team products with a strong emphasis on cost‑effective test solutions.
• Maintains an effective engineering interface ensuring on‑time deliveries, test escape reduction, and zero Estimate at Complete (EAC) growth.
• Works closely with Engineering, Program Operations Management, Business Development, and Operations personnel during all phases of new business acquisition, program startup, execution, and closeout.

• Typically requires a STEM degree and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree with a minimum of 5 years experience.
• Experience leading a project or team.
• Active and transferable U.S. government‑issued security clearance (DoD Secret) required prior to start date.
• U.S. citizenship required for eligibility of security clearance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Clearance (ATF).
• Must be able to support travel to other Raytheon facilities or suppliers as required.
• Demonstrated experience/knowledge in production of Raytheon products.

• Experience executing TEMAs.
• Experience with technical writing.
• Experience with leading teams or projects.
• Experience with lean manufacturing.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to develop sustaining solutions to routine technical problems.
• Knowledge of product and test environment.
• Current DOD Security Clearance.

• Salary range: $107,500 USD – $204,500 USD.
• 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.
• Annual short‑term and/or long‑term incentive compensation programs (performance‑based, not guaranteed).
• Benefits are dependent on the specific business unit and collective bargaining agreements.

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.