Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Date Posted: 2026-06-11 Country: United States of America Location: US-RI-PORTSMOUTH-PS2 ~ 1847 W Main Rd ~ NIMITZ SOUTH BLDG 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 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. The Senior Manufacturing Engineer will provide Operations Engineering support to the Manufacturing Work Centers located in Portsmouth, RI. Primary responsibilities will be to support Operations production across a variety of fabrication and integration areas. This includes providing technical guidance to the Manufacturing team and owning the responsibility for the creation, maintenance, and review of manufacturing documentation. Additional responsibilities include process improvement, cycle time reduction, defect prevention and operator support. This person will be required to participate in process improvement initiatives, establishment of process base line metrics, Defect prevention, and process data analysis. This position is onsite in our Portsmouth, RI facility. What You Will Do Develop, maintain, and review Manufacturing Data Packages (MDPs) including assembly instructions, workflow/routing, labor standards, tool and fixture designs Support a manufacturing area, as part of cross-functional team, by guiding the production team through process troubleshooting and incorporation of engineering changes into the MDP Disposition non-conforming material and support initiatives to identify root cause and implement corrective actions as required Drive Continuous Improvement through process improvements to improve cycle time, reduce ergonomic risk to assemblers, automate, reduce costs (both direct and indirect) using CORE principles and data driven decision making Engage in design development and/or transition to production at various product phases as the Manufacturing Engineering contributor. Provide real-time technical support to manufacturers and fabricators, in-house as well as the supply base Use manufacturing systems and software, including Microsoft and SAP based applications, to maintain production-relevant information and perform basic data analysis to identify trends within quality data Infrequent travel may be requested on an as-needed basis 1st Shift (typical start time by 7:00 am) What You Will Learn RTX Customer Oriented Results and Excellence (CORE) Operating System for Problem Solving and Continuous Improvement 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 unless prohibited by local laws/regulations Experience working in a manufacturing environment Qualifications We Prefer Experience utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, DFMA principles and methods, along with conducting MRL and TRL (Manufacturing Readiness Level and Technology Readiness Level) and safety/ergonomic assessments. Previous experience with technical drawing interpretation, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), configuration management practices, Military and Industry standards (such as J-STD-001), CAD solid modeling tools (preference for CREO/ProE) and/or simulation tools. Experience in Transducer and Sensor assembly (mechanical assembly/bonding/potting/molding), cable and harness fabrication, including crimping requirements, electromechanical integration of piece parts and subassemblies, including a knowledge of cable and harness routing techniques, development of Specialized Tooling (Jigs, Fixtures, Packaging), and/or Refurbishment/Repair or Warranty requirements and processing of Government Furnished Material (GFM) or Equipment (GFE). Experience with programming, maintaining, and the operation of automated tooling and machinery, including Coordinate-Measuring Machine (CMM), Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machine, Robotics, and other fabrication tooling & processing equipment. Active DoD security clearance – Secret or higher 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. 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. Clearance Information: This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: Location Info and/or Links: Portsmouth, RI: 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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms 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.