Drafting Engineer II

Date Posted:
2026-01-22
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-WA-POULSBO-WA1 ~ 26285 Twelve Trees Ln ~ TWELVE TREES
Position Role Type:
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.Security Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance: Secret
Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling - to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring 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. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

The Raytheon Full Service Partnering Center (FSPC) is seeking a Drafting Engineer II professional to join a multi-disciplinary technical team, providing critical technical services to support the design, development, evaluation, and deployment of both legacy and next-generation military systems. This onsite position is located in Poulsbo, WA.

In this role, you will collaborate within a government/contractor team environment as well as contribute individually to evaluate, develop, maintain, verify, and field essential engineering artifacts and deliverables. These efforts directly support the safety and operational readiness of our warfighters and government partners. Key responsibilities include executing tasks related to engineering analysis, technical documentation, engineering drawing development and maintenance, and fostering team collaboration. You will be expected to work independently, demonstrating initiative and accountability, while leveraging your problem-solving skills to address complex challenges.

This role offers opportunities for professional growth, including the potential to serve as a cognizant engineer on multiple programs and lead key FSPC initiatives. It is an exciting chance to make a meaningful impact on military systems while advancing your career in a high-performance, collaborative environment.

What You Will Do:

• Review and analyze engineering artifacts to provide recommendations for design, manufacturing, reliability, maintainability, and supportability improvements.
• Communicate technical findings, recommendations, and required updates to internal teams and government customers.
• Translate approved recommendations into updates of engineering artifacts and documentation.
• Assist in the development, review, and validation of maintenance and operational procedures.
• Contribute to the creation, review, and validation of technical data, illustrations, and associated repositories.
• Leverage engineering analysis tools to model and integrate new technologies into existing systems or testing infrastructures.
• Develop manufacturing procedures for producing end-item assemblies.
• Develop testing procedures to verify the operational performance of electromechanical assemblies and systems.
• Support business development activities, including proposals, design and development reviews, and customer presentations, as needed.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience in engineering drafting, including developing, modifying, and updating technical drawings.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Degree in electrical or mechanical engineering with a focus on analytics.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in team-based, shared, or independent work environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 tools, particularly Word and Excel.
• Familiarity with analysis tools such as MATLAB/Simulink.
• Understanding of Model-Based Product Support (MBPS) philosophies and frameworks.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess problems and develop effective solutions.
• Ability to influence and optimize end-item design and development for reliability, producibility, maintainability, and supportability.
• Working knowledge of ANSI standards governing engineering drawing development.
• Familiarity with MIL-SPECs related to engineering drawing development.
• Experience with 3D design software for model and engineering drawing development/maintenance (e.g., Inventor, Solid Edge, SolidWorks, or similar).
• Skilled in translating engineering drawings into technical manual illustrations.
• Knowledge of configuration management methodologies and practices.
• Willingness and ability to travel periodically.
• Understanding of training methodologies for equipment maintenance and operations.

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.
• Not Relocation Eligible - Relocation assistance not available

Learn More & Apply Now!

• 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.

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 68,900 USD - 131,100 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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