Senior Plating Process Engineer

Company: Raytheon
Location: Andover
Posted on: November 10, 2024

Job Description:

Date Posted:2024-09-23Country:United States of AmericaLocation:MA113: Andover MA 352 Lowell Hampshir 352 Lowell Street Hampshire, Andover, MA, 01810 USAPosition Role Type:OnsiteAbout Us: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 Description:The Process and Operations Section of the Materials and Process Engineering Department is seeking an individual with technical expertise in Plating Processes, Surface Finishing, Corrosion Mitigation, Coating Application and Painting Processes to support all phases of product design and production for military and defense applications. The applicant should have a solid understanding in design for manufacturability, process selection and optimization, assessing RTX supplier capability, failure analysis and report writing, and be able to review and develop plating procedures for different base materials, inspection processes/criteria, training of operators and inspectors, and assess suppliers manufacturing processes. A qualified candidate should have technical knowledge and experience developing, working with, and approving detailed plating process instructions, application of coatings, surface finishing and plating processes for in-house (make) capabilities as well as at supply (buy) partners. This position will require frequent travel to locations within the US and occasionally international locations. The Senior Plating Process Engineer job is in Andover, MA and the position is onsite.Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience. In absence of a degree, 9+ years of experience. An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for additional years of experience
• Experience in Military and Commercial Plating, Painting, or Surface Finishing Specifications
• Experience in US and European (ISO) Painting and Plating Specifications, and Test Methods
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. Qualifications We Prefer:
  • Experience in plating, surface finishing, and painting procedure development and testing of coatings, operator/inspector training, problem solving and root cause analysis, and auditing of manufacturing processes.
  • Experience in interpreting engineering drawings, GD&T, plating/paint specifications and other technical materials and then translating into practical and simplified procedural instructions.
  • Experience as a technical liaison between engineering, manufacturing and quality organizations
  • 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.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.Learn More & Apply Now!
      • 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.The salary range for this role is 77,000 USD - 163,000 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. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms

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