Date Posted:
2026-02-19Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-MA-REMOTEPosition Role Type:
RemoteU.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 clearanceSecurity Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance: SecretSecurity Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1At 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.
The Hardware Engineering Team provides engineering design & development services to a wide range of products within Raytheon. The Critical Item Production Readiness (CPR) department is dedicated to ensuring that every product we develop is designed with its entire production lifecycle in mind. By integrating principles of manufacturability, assembly, scalability, and cost management, we aim to achieve production excellence while meeting the highest standards of quality and reliability.
The Accelerated Learning & Rapid Prototyping Section is seeking a Senior Principal Additive Manufacturing (AM) Design and Process Engineer. The candidate will interface and collaborate with engineers from all disciplines and functions to develop the strategy to rapidly mature the technology and manufacturing readiness of AM. You will be responsible for research, development and insertion of additive manufacturing capabilities, tools, processes and technology into Raytheon’s products.
What You Will Do
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Co-develop, support and drive Raytheon AM technology roadmap
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Work with programs early in development to assess the feasibility of AM implementation including design and cost considerations.
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Support multiple programs at a time to facilitate development, fabrication and qualification of AM hardware.
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Capture and execute Contracted Research and Development (CRAD) and Internal Research and Development (IRAD) to mature AM technology and manufacturing readiness to meet Raytheon’s customer needs
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Work with Quality, Operations and Supply Chain teams to establish a robust network of AM sources. Up to 25% domestic travel may be required.
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Facilitate the creation of Technical Data Packages that effectively convey design intent as well as functional and quality requirements.
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Lead process development activity to improve print capability, increase speed, reduce cost and enhance material performance in support of Raytheon’s key applications
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Mature Raytheon’s design for AM capability, including evaluation of available CAD tools and implementation of topology optimization workflows.
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Train and mentor other design engineers on basic principles of DFAM as well as specific considerations for Raytheon product families.
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Collaborate with government, industry, academic, and RTX Business Unit partners to develop whitepapers, project concepts, and responsive proposals.
This is a remote based position.
Qualifications You Must Have
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Bachelors in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM), and 10 years professional engineering experience, or an advanced degree with 7 years of professional engineering experience
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Experience in Design and Process Development for Additive Manufacturing including metal Powder Bed Fusion (PBF) and Directed Energy Deposition (DED) processes, capabilities and systems
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Experience with topology optimization tools
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Working knowledge of machining, casting, and forming/molding of metals and polymers and thorough understanding with the implementation of “near net shape” technologies like investment, sand and die casting processes, forging process for ferrous and non-ferrous materials
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Experience in the application of GD&T principles (ASME Y14.5)
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Experience with CAD modeling (CREO preferred)
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Experience interfacing across the mechanical discipline (A&T, MP&P, etc.)
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Experience generating and releasing supplier management requirements and statements of work (SSOWs)
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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
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Experience executing across the development lifecycle. Work independently to develop and execute a robust engineering development plan.
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Working knowledge of fabrication processes, producibility enhancements, and inspection and validation methods
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Working knowledge of inspection planning, inspection methods and dimensional data analysis
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Working knowledge of various Additive Manufacturing modalities and processes
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Background in Design for Additive Manufacturing (DFAM)
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Background in Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA)
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Willingness to travel domestically
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.
What We Offer:
Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance, and child/adult backup care.
Additional Information:
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Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role.
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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.
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Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.
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Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed.
Clearance Information: This position requires the eligibility to obtain a security clearance. The Defense Industrial Security Clearance Office (DISCO), 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: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm
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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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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