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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. 

We have an exciting opportunity for an SMT Process Engineer to join our Advanced Products Center (APC) RF Microelectronics Process Engineering team in McKinney, Texas. We are the subject matter experts for processes and materials in Microwave Automated Factory (an ISO Class 8 cleanroom environment) which focuses on RF microelectronic packaging and surface mount technology. This is a hands-on role where every day is different. You will work closely with product engineers, quality engineers, reliability engineers, tooling engineers, industrial engineers, and operations leaders on product manufacturing. This opportunity allows for working on cutting-edge automation and materials as well as mature production inside a new factory. Team responsibilities include developing and implementing materials and processes, process improvements, and production support using statistical process control techniques, experimental designs, material analysis, mechanical design analysis, and root cause analysis. Evaluation of materials, equipment, and processes (including qualification, acceptance testing, and specification development) will be required.

Our team consists of high-engaged members with a variety of skills and experience levels with an opportunity for growth and recognizing contributions.  We are specifically seeking candidates who are hands-on, adaptable in a fast-paced environment, proactive, take ownership of work, have a strong technical background, communicate well with others, and enjoy solving unique problems every day.

What You Will Do

• Supporting equipment including pick and place, automated optical inspection (AOI), reflow ovens, solder printers, and conveyors supporting the automated line

• Supporting current high-volume high-mix production with on-site responsiveness to factory equipment, process, materials, and product problems. Factory production execution support includes developing and implementing well-controlled processes using data-driven methods such as Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Design of Experiments (DOE) and writing shop process documentation.  

• Developing and executing new product builds typically with automated equipment, often requiring creative solutions for next-generation product designs.

• Ensuring processes developed and executed meet product quality requirements (J-STD-001, MIL-STD-883, MIL-PRF-38534, IPC, etc.)  

• Process improvement projects to improve factory productivity through leveraging new technologies, investigating and qualifying new materials, and more

• Capital equipment down-selection and integration to meet current and future business needs

• Effective cross-functional communication of technical information

• Ability to work in a cleanroom environment for 6+ hours a day

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s in science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advance Degree in a related field and a minimum of 3 years’ experience.

• 3+ years of manufacturing experience with surface mount technology (SMT)

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract

Qualifications We Prefer

• Process development and qualification experience

• J-STD-001 and IPC standards familiarity

• Statistical Process Control (SPC), statistical data analysis experience, Design of Experiments (DOE) techniques

• Technical writing experience for operator instructions, process and/or material qualification reports, equipment vendor statement of works, etc.

• Experience with ancillary equipment such as laser engraving, automated rework machines and cleaning equipment

• Demonstrated problem solving with data-driven approach

• Demonstrated ability to execute impactful improvements

• Experience working effectively within a team environment

• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, computer)

• Self-motivated, proactive, ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment

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.

• Relocation assistance is not available

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Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

• 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.

The salary range for this role is 82,000 USD - 164,000 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 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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