Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Date Posted:
2026-04-06
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-CA-GOLETA-B08 ~ 44 Castilian Dr ~ BLDG B08
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

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.

Raytheon Vision Systems (RVS) is a world leader in the research, design, and manufacturing of focal plane arrays and flight-based vision systems supporting a myriad of defense, surveillance, space, and weather tracking applications.

We have an opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer Manager to join our team in Goleta, California

This management position will be responsible for managing a team of Manufacturing Engineers and Manufacturing Engineering Managers to support various production programs and new product development.

What You Will Do

• Track and improve manufacturing metrics (Yields, Scrap, HPU, Cycle time and out of flow) to meet schedule, cost and quality targets. Monitoring of established processes via data collection for statistical analysis purposes as well as the use of various continuous improvement enablers.
• Analyzes and modifies product designs in collaboration with Design Engineering to assure manufacturability. Develops design, selection, specification, and optimization of the required equipment, fixtures, tooling, gaging, processes, and operations. Determines other technical matters required to make a given product according to the desired volume, timetable, cost, quality level, and other specifications.
• Evaluate manufacturing capability and provide technical support at the supply base.
• Lead/Manage a group of Manufacturing Engineering to ensure staffing and department budgets are met.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience .
• Leadership/Management experience in an Engineering environment .

Qualifications We Prefer

• Familiarity with vacuum dewar processing equipment, methods, and processes
• Familiarity with a cleanroom work environment
• Computer proficiency with demonstrated ability to learn new software applications
• Familiarity with Supply Chain Management
• Active secret clearance
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings or schematics
• Experience using Six Sigma process improvement methods.
• Knowledge in Statistical Analysis (SPC)
• Strong Technical Problem Solving
• Experience in transition to production programs
• Strategic and visionary planning, develop relationships and achieve buy-in from all relevant parties
• Familiarity with Manufacturing systems. Shop floor control, BOM's, Document control (SAP PRISM or Equivalent)
• Ability to facilitate results through a cross-functional team
• Exceptional communication, writing, and presentation skills
• Teaming mind set to motivate your organization
• Forward thinking with visions for the outlook of the organization
• Creative problem-solving utilizing data analysis and critical thinking

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:

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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 145,600 USD - 276,800 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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