Job Description

Date Posted:

2024-10-28

Country:

United States of America

Location:

MA101: Andover MA 350 Lowell St Essex 350 Lowell Street Essex, Andover, MA, 01810 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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 Materials and Process Engineering Department, which functions within Mechanical Engineering, is looking for a Tech to join our team in Andover, MA in the Advanced Materials Section. A qualified candidate will have experience working in lab settings. They would be processing test samples and hardware through a series of steps, maintaining traceability/inventory and recording data/characterizing materials, as well as coordinating and communicating with others on the processing schedule and status of the materials. Experience with grinding/lapping/polishing of materials, especially optical fabrication of materials, is a plus.

What You Will Do:

• Running processing equipment in lab settings.

• Ensuring proper control of ITAR and Raytheon proprietary information

• Perform thermal treatment activities at local vendors

• Manage supplier invoicing for completed/to be completed jobs

• Own machine preventative maintenance schedule(s) and hold supplier accountable

• Manage local vendor process and PPE consumables

• Coordinate and communicate thermal treatment scheduling

• Perform post thermal treatment characterization

• Manage in-process part inventories to ensure part locations and data are accounted for

• Manage hardware: perform incoming inspection, maintain an inventory, package and ship

• Travel to support transition of thermal treatments to supplier

• Process test samples and hardware through a series of steps, maintaining traceability/inventory and recording data/characterizing materials.

• Coordinate and communicate with others on the processing schedule and status of the materials.

The Optical Shop and Lab Technician job is in Andover, MA and the position is onsite.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Materials Science and Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Polymer Science, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience. In absence of a degree, 6+ years of experience. An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for additional years of experience

• Experience in working in a lab environment

• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Equivalent Optical Shop and Lab Technician MOS: 68A (United States Army), 0844 (United States Marine Corps)

• Strong verbal and communication skills, ability to work on cross-functional teams, interacting with teammates of varied experience

• Good problem solving skills

• Understanding of material safety datasheets, military specifications, and ASTM test methods

• Experience with mechanical and/or chemical analysis methods and characterization techniques

• Ability to write concise technical reports summarizing analyses

• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Strong communication, interpersonal, planning and time management skills

• ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with coworkers from diverse communities and cultures

• Demonstrated ability to work with colleagues who represent a diversity of work and conflict resolution styles

• Experience working on programs, projects, or products associated with the Defense Industry

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.

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RTX solves some of the toughest challenges in aerospace and defense. That requires expansive thinking and bold innovation – and that, in turn, requires a culture that is diverse, equitable and inclusive.

We embrace individuality and diversity of thought to fuel opportunity for our employees, our customers, and our communities. We work toward progress, knowing that a more inclusive world is critical to our mission. Not just in this moment, but always.

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.

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The salary range for this role is 64,000 USD - 128,000 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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