Firearm Design Engineer Jobs in Alabama (NOW HIRING)

Date Posted:

2026-08-24

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AL-HUNTSVILLE-7745 ~ 7745 Eagle Rd ~ EAGLE

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world's most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.
Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do:

As a Program Engineer you'll provide engineering support to the Program(s), leveraging your knowledge of operations and your network of operations contacts in order to facilitate alignment of needs and resources of both operations and the program office.

In this multi-faceted role you'll communicate between Program and Manufacturing Engineers around changes to the Technical and Manufacturing Data Packages. You'll also assist the Program Operations Manager in communicating CDRL requirements, program tasks and objectives, projects, etc. to the operations Manufacturing Engineers and you'll provide input to the Program Office regarding operations capabilities and constraints.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Providing engineering review input to EACs, ERBs, CCB, etc.
• Participating in design discussions to drive manufacturability and producibility
• Engaging with factory Manufacturing Engineers and technical experts to resolve technical issues
• Coordinating program technical activities with factory support Manufacturing Engineers
• Attending factory Tier 2 meetings for each factory that interfaces with the program
• Leading continuous improvement project management with RRMIF ME/PTE team
• Assisting Program Operations Manager in development of Risks & Opportunities and drive to IPTs
• Initiating / Maintaining MDP, communicate CDRL requirements
• Review EAC schedule for adequate schedule margin on tasks that affect Ops readiness
• Providing sufficient look-ahead to factory MEs for engineering changes & effectivity cut-in.
• Participating in All Hands Reviews (Mission Area, Factories, Functional)
• Developing / Maintaining APQP elements (for example, PFMEA)
• Identifying & Maintaining Critical Manufacturing Processes
• Providing support surge capability to RRMIF Factory a/r (e.g. supplier rework/ weekend OT)

This job is posted as ONSITE and is located at Raytheon's facility at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, AL.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a Bachelor's in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years' prior relevant experience
• Experience troubleshooting hardware in a factory environment
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Access (ATF) clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with interpretation of technical documentation
• Experience leading teams or projects
• Knowledge and ability to apply CORE principles and techniques
• Technical drawing interpretation, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Demonstrated hands-on mechanical aptitude with the ability to work across disciplines in a team environment
• Innovative mindset that drives continuous improvement, lean manufacturing and keeps pace with advances in technology
• Experience with automated tooling, machinery and programming

What We Offer

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.

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• 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 CAS), 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: Security Clearance FAQs - United States Department of State

• This position is an onsite role - Huntsville, AL: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-huntsville,-al-location

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As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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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