Project Engineer I Jobs in New Mexico (NOW HIRING)

Date Posted:
2026-08-10
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-NM-FARMINGTON-426N ~ 10059 Hwy 371 S ~ NORTH BLDG
Position Role Type:
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
Security Clearance Type:
None/Not Required
Security Clearance Status:
Not Required
Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.
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.
Raytheon is seeking an Industrial Engineer I to support the Effectors portfolio of factories to maximize throughput, improve efficiency, and deliver increasing value to the customer. Industrial Engineers are responsible for Labor Performance Analyses, Process and Value Stream Mapping, Line Balancing, Capacity Planning, Manpower Planning, Factory Layouts, Factory Simulations, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Continuous Improvement, and more. Every day presents new and exciting challenges and reminds us of our mission to deliver to those who defend us.
What You Will Do

• Model factory operations by generating process flows, value stream maps, pareto charts, spaghetti diagrams, and CAD drawings to graphically show production processes, the movement of material, the exchange of information, and key performance indicators
• Calculate resource utilization and identify throughput constraints
• Apply Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing principles to reduce undesirable effects, improve efficiency, and meet or exceed cost, quality, and on-time delivery goals
• Influence factory roadmaps and investment strategies by drafting infrastructure improvement and expansion proposals, and planning the integration of new products, technologies, and equipment that create a competitive advantage
• Work with cross-functional teams to execute projects that address obsolescence, improve factory performance, and promote growth
• Support new production contract/new product proposals and new product integration efforts
• Improve factory safety and work cell ergonomics

What You Will Learn

• Industrial Engineering tools and methods used to build factory models to advance continuous improvement and future-state forecasting
• Aspects of the Defense Industry and how to meet challenging mission requirements while also meeting cost, quality, and schedule targets
• The CORE Operating System and the CORE Common Methods used to align priorities and meet key business objectives
• Executive Presence and how to support leadership in making data driven decisions that result in measurable improvements
• Project planning and project management techniques to deliver results and meet critical milestones supporting key business objectives
• How to influence and lead others working with high-performing cross functional teams and frontline operators and specialists who assemble, test, and deliver our products everyday
• Strategic planning and how to develop business proposals that generate returns on invested capital within the factories
• Raytheon's Leadership Values and Behaviors

Qualifications You Must Have

• 0+ years experience and a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering
• Experience in the application of industrial engineering tools and methodologies, such as Lean Manufacturing, Capacity Modeling, Facility Design, or Process Optimization
• Experience in the design of manufacturing systems, including facility layout, cell design, or production flow optimization
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contracts

Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.
Qualifications We Prefer

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Experience/Education with factory layout and work cell design/optimization
• Experience/Education with simulation modeling and capacity analysis tools/methods
• Experience/Education with project management
• Experience/Education with CAD software
• Six Sigma certifications
• Leading teams and capable of influencing without authority

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.
• Relocation Eligibility

Learn More & Apply Now
Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

• 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 is located at the Raytheon Diné Facility in Farmington, NM. RTX- Diné Facility adheres to the Navajo Nation Preference in Employment Act in areas of recruitment and hiring practices.

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 57,200 USD - 108,800 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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