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RTX Corporation Principal Painting/Plating Process Engineer in Andover, Massachusetts

Date Posted:

2024-03-19

Country:

United States of America

Location:

MA113: Andover MA 352 Lowell Hampshir 352 Lowell Street Hampshire, Andover, MA, 01810 USA

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

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.

Job Summary:

The Metal Processes section of the Materials and Process Engineering Department is seeking an individual with technical expertise in Corrosion, Paint, Coatings, Surface Finishing and Plating Processes to support all phases of product design and production for military and defense applications.

This is a hybrid position based in our Andover, MA location.

Responsibilities to Anticipate:

  • Understanding in design for manufacturability, process selection and optimization, assessing RTX supplier capability, failure analysis and report writing.

  • Develop painting procedures for each base material and surface treatment, inspection processes/criteria, training of operators and inspectors, and supplier manufacturing processes.

  • Have technical knowledge and experience developing, working with, and approving paint, coatings, surface finishing and plating processes for in-house (make) capabilities as well as at Supplier (buy) partners.

  • This position will require monthly travel to international locations and within the US.

    Basic Qualifications:

  • Typically requires a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry, Mechanical, Manufacturing or Chemical Engineering and a minimum 10-year prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum of 7 years of experience.

  • Experience in painting, coatings, surface finishing, and/or plating procedure development and/or testing, operator/inspector training, fabrication problem solving and inspection.

  • Experience in interpreting engineering drawings, defense specifications and other technical material and then translating into practical procedural instructions.

  • 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience as a technical liaison between engineering, manufacturing and quality organizations

  • Working knowledge of Military and Commercial Paint and Plating, or Surface Finishing Specifications

  • Working knowledge of European (ISO) Painting and Plating Specifications

  • Basic understanding of metallurgy, galvanic corrosion, protective corrosion coatings.

  • Must be self-motivated and possess good communication skills.

  • Desire and ability to work as a team member is essential.

  • Must be adaptable and willing to work in all project phases from design concepts through manufacturing.

  • Practical knowledge of metal processing operations and surface treatments.

  • Demonstrated problem solving skills with the ability to identify root cause and implement appropriate corrective/preventative actions in a manufacturing environment.

  • Experienced in developing finishing processes for aluminum, structural carbon steel, stainless steel, titanium, and nickel alloys.

  • Knowledge of Design of Experiments, Six Sigma and statistical techniques.

  • Experienced in auditing coating processes and working with suppliers.

  • Proven mentoring and teamwork skills.

  • Conversation skills in foreign languages are a plus.

What We Offer:

Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

The salary range for this role is 96,000 USD - 200,000 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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Raytheon Technologies 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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