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# Program Engineer

- **Company:** RTX
- **Location:** Huntsville, AL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $107,500.0 - $204,500.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Adobe InDesign, Computer Programming, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Technical Data Management Systems
- **Published:** August 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://globalhr.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/REC_RTX_Ext_Gateway/job/US-AL-HUNTSVILLE-7745--7745-Eagle-Rd--EAGLE/Program-Engineer_01864035

## About the Role

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, * 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

## Description

As a Program Engineer you'll provide engineering support to the Program(s), leveraging their knowledge of operations and their 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)


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