Optics Manufacturing Engineer

About Raytheon and Our Mission

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.

About the Team

At Raytheon's Optics Manufacturing Center, the Manufacturing Engineering team plays a critical role in sustaining our competitive edge in the design and production of complex optical components, assemblies, and systems. We are responsible for driving operational excellence—ensuring high-quality product delivery that meets schedule, cost, and safety targets.

About the Role

The Manufacturing Engineering team at our facility in Richardson, TX, seeks a highly skilled and motivated Optics Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the production of advanced optical elements using state-of-the-art grinding and polishing technologies. Please note that this role focuses on high-precision optics technology, distinct from eyeglasses or eyesight-related applications.

As a member of this team, you will partner with manufacturing technicians on the factory floor to resolve production issues in real time. You will drive continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis and process optimization, ensuring that our fabrication and metrology processes for high-precision optical windows, lenses, and prisms remain robust and efficient. This is a first/day shift position where your work directly impacts the delivery of critical defense systems.

Hiring Process and Application Instructions

Please consider the role type definition as you apply: this is an Onsite position where employees work primarily onsite, as production and maintenance roles are essential to the development of our products. 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.

U.S. citizenship is required for this position, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Relocation benefits are available for qualified candidates. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted, though business necessity may require us to shorten or extend this window.

Our Culture and Commitment

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.

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.