Engr II, Digital Automation Engineering

Engr II, Digital Automation Engineering at Raytheon summary:

An Automation Systems Engineer II supports and enhances digital automation infrastructure in a precision metal fabrication environment, focusing on manufacturing efficiency through software and hardware integration. The role involves maintaining custom and commercial automation applications, data extraction, visualization, and collaborating across teams to address operational technology needs. Experience with software development, industrial protocols, and security clearance is essential in this role within the aerospace and defense industry.

Date Posted:

2025-07-21

Country:

United States of America

Location:

MA101: Andover MA 350 Lowell St Essex 350 Lowell Street Essex, Andover, MA, 01810 USA

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:

DoD Clearance: Secret

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 organization has an immediate career-growth opportunity for an enthusiastic, highly motivated, and innovative Automation Systems Engineer (ASE) to support digital automation infrastructure in our Precision Metal Fabrication (PMF) department. The Automation Systems Engineering department is responsible for the development and deployment of manufacturing automation & digital solutions to maximize the operational efficiency of our factory and program customers. The core responsibilities of this role are the support and improvement of automation software and infrastructure that supports factory operations – sensors, machine integration, custom software applications, commercial software platforms. 

What You Will Do

• Collaborate across functions to support Operations Technology needs (CNC & Robotics equipment connectivity, Software Tools and Application Enhancements, Data migration, software dependencies etc.)
• Sustain and enhance custom applications (built on Ignition platform) and commercial software applications (Predator DNC, Tool Connect) for Metal Fabrication/CNC production management
• Data extraction and processing to produce meaningful visualizations and metrics for CNC machine data
• Contribute to the overall manufacturing technology strategy for the factory

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a BS in an Engineering field or the sciences (STEM) AND 2+ years of experience in software, controls, manufacturing, or automation; OR MS in Engineering or STEM field.
• Experience with software development using a combination of tools such as Ignition, SQL, Python, C#, .NET, HTML5.
• Experience diagnosing hardware and network-related issues effectively.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with machining equipment
• Experience with Azure DevOps (or any other DevOps platform)
• Proficiency in using version control systems like Git
• Experience with industrial communication protocols such as Modbus/TCP, MQTT, Ethernet IP, RESTful APIs, SECS/GEM, etc.
• Understanding of automation systems (robots, vision systems, PLCs, etc.) deployment and integration
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams

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.

Not Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance not available

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RTX solves some of the toughest challenges in aerospace and defense. That requires expansive thinking and bold innovation – and that, in turn, requires a culture based on merit, excellence and innovation. .

We embrace individuality of thought to fuel opportunity for our employees, our customers, and our communities. We work toward progress, knowing that a more innovative world is critical to our mission. Not just in this moment, but always.

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 requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA

, 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:  

This position is an onsite role – Andover, MA:

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA.

What We Offer: Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package 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.

The salary range for this role is 66,000 USD - 130,000 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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Keywords:

digital automation, manufacturing automation, CNC integration, robotics, software development, Ignition platform, data visualization, industrial protocols, aerospace engineering, security clearance