Materials Engineer II

About the role

The Materials and Process Engineering Department, which functions within Hardware Engineering, is seeking a Materials Engineer to join our Advanced Materials Section in Tucson, AZ. This position offers the opportunity to support research, development, and implementation of solutions to key issues.

Responsibilities

• Work with subject matter experts in ceramics and other materials, supporting processing and characterization
• Collect data and compile the data and observations/results to report to internal and external customers
• Solve materials challenges independently or with teams
• Support manufacturing efforts through interactions with suppliers
• Learn about the maturation and development process of materials within Raytheon
• Work on new solutions to material challenges related to high temperature applications

Qualifications

• A typical requirement is a bachelor's degree in materials science/enginnering, ceramics, chemistry, mechanical engineering, or a related field, with minimum 2 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field
• Experience in ceramics or coatings or composite materials
• Bachelor's degree in materials science/enginnering, ceramics, chemistry, mechanical engineering, or a related field preferred
• Experience working on programs, projects, or products associated with the Defense Industry
• Strong verbal and communication skills, proven capability interacting with cross-functional teams, interacting with teammates of varied experience (students, professors, industry members)
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work both in groups and independently, often with guidance of more senior colleagues
• Multi-task capabilities in fast-paced environment
• 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

Benefits

RTX offers competitive compensation, including a salary range of $68,900 - $131,100 per year, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes 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 and whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.