Industrial Engineer I (Onsite)

Date Posted: 2026-09-24 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-801 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 801 (External Site) 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: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date 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 is seeking an Industrial Engineer I to support the Effectors portfolio of factories in Tucson, Arizona 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.  We hope you are as excited about this opportunity as we are. 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 Bachelor’s in Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or similar engineering discipline obtained by the start date. Experience/Education with CAD software Experience in the application of industrial engineering tools and methodologies, such as Lean Manufacturing, Capacity Modeling, Facility Design, or Process Optimization The ability to obtain and maintain a Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) clearance The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance prior to the start date. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance 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 Six Sigma certifications 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. Learn More & Apply Now! Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as: This position is an onsite role in Tucson, AZ 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. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates. Clearance Information: 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: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm 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