Raytheon Technologies - Forest, MS
posted 4 months ago
The Raytheon Smart Digital Factory and Automation team (SDF&A) is seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated team member to take on the role of Principal Automation Systems Engineer in support of Raytheon Forest Consolidated Manufacturing Centers. This position will be responsible for executing automation projects within the Forest factory. The Automation Systems Engineer will work for the Forest Automation Systems Engineering Manager, and will collaborate with local factory leadership, manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, operations, supply chain, and front end of the business Automation Lead to execute automation development and deployment and incorporate advanced Smart Factory/Industry 4.0 technologies as well as identify opportunities for process improvements via lean techniques. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automation systems design, development, deployment, validation, and sustainment in a factory setting, with an emphasis on electrical controls including automation systems such as torque controllers, robots, vision systems, and PLCs. Additionally, experience with process integration and electromechanical/mechatronic systems is essential. The role requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Secret security clearance, and U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a Secret security clearance. Candidates should possess a minimum of 5 years of professional experience related to engineering, manufacturing, operations, and/or automation, typically requiring a University Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) or an Advanced Degree in a related field with a minimum of 3 years of experience. The position also involves leading and managing engineers and technical trades on project teams, demonstrating strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and driving Change Management projects to deliver results.