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Lead all A&T production operations, including complex electro-mechanical assembly, precision soldering, wiring, and final system integration.
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Ensure all production activities meet schedule, cost, and quality targets for multiple defense programs.
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Maintain strict configuration control of work instructions, test procedures, and build documentation.
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Drive daily execution using Raytheon performance systems, including tiered accountability boards, factory metrics, and throughput tools.
Assembly & Test Excellence
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Oversee functional and environmental testing, including vibration, thermal cycle, EMI/EMC, and electrical test.
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Ensure test stations, ATE, and diagnostic equipment remain calibrated, maintained, and fully available for production.
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Enforce workmanship standards including AS9100, IPC-A-610/620, J-STD-001, and Raytheon process specifications.
Quality, Compliance & Security
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Ensure compliance with AS9100 and all classified hardware handling requirements.
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Support internal and external audits, including DCMA, FAI, process audits, and quality system reviews.
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Maintain FOD control, ESD discipline, and cleanroom/controlled-area standards throughout the factory.
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Champion a zero-defect manufacturing culture.
Leadership & Workforce Development
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Manage, mentor, and develop a team of assemblers, test technicians, inspectors, and production supervisors.
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Implement skills matrices, cross-training plans, and certification programs to sustain factory capability.
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Collaborate with HR and training teams to support hiring, onboarding, and performance management.
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Foster a strong safety culture aligned with OSHA, EHS, and Raytheon risk-management protocols.
Continuous Improvement & Strategy
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Lead Core initiatives to reduce waste, increase yield, and improve cycle time.
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Support new product introduction (NPI) builds and transition programs into full-rate production.
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Provide input to capacity models, equipment strategies, and long-term growth plans.
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Provide input for program readiness reviews.
Material & Equipment Coordination
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Ensure material availability for all work centers, including long-lead components and critical parts.
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Oversee serialized hardware tracking, WIP management, and government property accountability.
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Manage preventive maintenance, equipment calibration, and capital equipment planning.
Qualifications You Must Have
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Typically requires a university degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience or an advanced degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience.
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Experience in Manufacturing, Operations, Production, Quality, Leadership, and/or Management.
Qualifications We Prefer
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Background in defense, aerospace, or high-reliability electronics manufacturing.
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Experience with AS9100, IPC standards, and government contract requirements.
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Strong understanding of Lean, Core, and continuous improvement methodologies.
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Active Secret or higher security clearance.
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Experience with ATE systems, environmental testing, and complex electromechanical hardware.
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Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams in a fast-paced production environment.
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Experience supporting DCMA, government audits, and contract compliance.
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Core certification or equivalent
What We Offer
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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!
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Please consider the following role type definition 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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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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