Sr Manufacturing Engineer - 3rd Shift
RTXAbout the role
Date Posted:
2026-08-03Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-MA-ANDOVER-AN2 ~ 352 Lowell St ~ AN2 HAMPSHIRE BLDGPosition Role Type:
OnsiteU.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 clearanceSecurity Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance: ConfidentialSecurity Clearance Status:
Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start dateAt RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.
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.
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.
This is a 3rd Shift position with a 12% shift differential.
Provide Operations Engineering support to the Circuit Card Assembly Factory located in Andover, MA. Primary responsibilities will be to support the Operation of SMT Process lines, which includes automated and programable equipment, for multiple products. Additional responsibilities include process improvement, cycle time reduction, defect prevention and operator support. Individual will be required to participate in process improvement initiatives, establishment of process base line metrics, SPC implementation, Defect prevention, and process data analysis.
What You Will Do
Advanced knowledge of Solder defect prevention detection, and assessment to ANSI J-STD-001 Class 3 solder joint specifications
Translating engineering design requirements into formal manufacturing process documentation
Computer and machine programming for manufacturing automation
Dispositioning of discrepant hardware
Leading root cause and corrective action investigations to solve problems and prevent recurrence
Participate in process improvement and cost reduction initiatives using Lean Manufacturing methodology
Manufacturing process development and support
Conducting safety / ergonomic assessments
Interaction with senior personnel on technical matters often requiring coordination between organizations and / or suppliers.
Tool/fixture development to drive ergonomics and reductions in cost and/or defect
Qualifications You Must Have
Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) and a minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience.
2+ years of Electronics Manufacturing experience.
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.
Qualifications We Prefer
Experience in applying Lean Manufacturing principals
Knowledge and experience with ANSI J-STD-001 Class 3 & IPC-CC-830
Experience with supporting circuit card assembly production floor, (process and/or quality focus).
Specialized Tooling Development (Jigs, Fixtures, Specialized Packaging Development)
Experience supporting the following equipment:
SMT Screen Printers and Solder Paste Inspection Machines
SMT Adhesive Placement Machines
SMT Component Placement Machines
Automated Optical inspection Machines
Reflow Ovens
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