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Manufacturing Engineer

RTX

goleta, CA · Posted September 21, 2026

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About the job

Date Posted: 2026-09-21 Country: United States of America

Location: US-CA-GOLETA-H02 ~ 6380 Hollister Ave ~ BLDG H02

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.​ 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 on 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.

Test Automation and Factory Engineering Directorate of Raytheon has an opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer in Goleta, CA.

The Manufacturing Engineer will collaborate with the factory functions of quality, test, production control, and operations to support the production and test requirements of the electronic devices made in the Electronic Warfare Systems Goleta business. In doing so, the manufacturing engineer will ensure products are being compliantly built to the required specification utilizing the processes developed as a process owner. In addition, the manufacturing engineer will be tracking the priorities established at the morning meetings and elevating any concerns to meeting these goals timely, while recommending changes to or improvements needed to overcome barriers in both the process and the overall production plan for each day.

What You Will Do

Work directly with Quality, Test Engineering and Operations Personnel

Works with the production team to ensure product is being built to the defined process and correcting operator techniques with the manufacturing supervisor

Works with the production team to ensure production meets its team goals associated with cost, quality, safety, security, and schedule

Create and update work instructions to ensure all technical requirements are captured for assembly

Participate in the design and procurement of fixtures and tooling

Proactively undertake safety initiatives including job hazard analysis and ergonomic assessments

Support defect prevention and engage with work area to address systemic issues and drive continuous improvement to reduce scrap and rework

Ability to read and accurately interpret engineering drawings

Drive efficiency and continuously improve the production area

Occasional travel may be required

Qualifications You Must Have

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience

Experience in Manufacturing, Test or Process Engineering.

Qualifications We Prefer

Experience with determining Root Cause and Corrective Action implementation.

Understanding of MRP and Shop Floor control systems for Non-Conforming Parts Disposition, Router Maintenance and Rework Router generation

Positive attitude and ability to be adaptable to varying assignments

Knowledge of hardware assembly, torque controls and analyzing assembly tolerance stack up

Experience interfacing with customers and program manager regarding assessments of program performance (technical, cost and schedule)

Working knowledge of Military and Commercial Standards, Materials and Process Specifications

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.

Learn More & Apply Now!

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

Onsite : Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

This position is an onsite role – Goleta, CA: Explore Raytheon in Goleta : https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-goleta-ca-location

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As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select 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 75,800 USD - 144,200 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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