Principal Engr, Automation Engineering IV

RTX•Tucson, AZ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

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. The Raytheon Industry 4.0 – Connected Factory Intelligence & Automation (CFIA) organization has an immediate career-growth opportunity. What You Will Do As an Automation Systems Engineering team member, you will be responsible for the design, development, implementation, and sustainment of automation solutions in support of manufacturing. The role includes developing and improving physical automation solutions (robots, PLCs, HMIs, and vision systems) and their integration with business systems (primarily using Ignition). The role has a foundation in controls programming but offers significant opportunities for growth through applications development, technical leadership, and coordination across functions to execute initiatives. The candidate will work with a highly collaborative and innovative team of engineers and leaders.

Requirements

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations. OR a minimum of 5 years exp with an applicable Masters degree in Engineering
Experience with integrating control systems (i.e. actuators, sensors, controls, robotics, and vision systems).
Experience with PLC and HMI programming (Rockwell preferred)
Experience programming robots (Fanuc preferred)
Ability to manage and execute medium to complex automation projects
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required; Prior to start date (interim or active) . U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Nice To Haves

Strong technical leadership and problem-solving skills
Keyence, Cognex, or iRVision experience
Software programming (Ignition platform, Python, MSSQL)
Experience in control system design and documentation (AutoCAD Electrical)
Strong knowledge of manufacturing or process automation
Knowledge of safety standards and compliance (OSHA, NFPA, RIA)
Active DoD Secret Clearance

Responsibilities

Identify opportunities for automation (assembly, inspection, test, and logistics).
Document requirements through collaboration with factory/program stakeholders.
Provide technical leadership to projects executed internally or in collaboration with suppliers.
Integrate software (PLCs, robotics, vision system, smart tools, etc) and hardware (sensors, actuators, servos, etc) to create or upgrade solutions.
Perform system validation testing for acceptance and production prove-in
Provide troubleshooting and debug support for production systems.
Contribute to the overall manufacturing technology strategy for the business.