Lead Technician - Acoustic Sensor Build and Test

RTX•Portsmouth, RI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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 Raytheon Hardware Engineering Organization leads the hardware design, development and production support of a wide breadth of air, land, sea, and space systems. The Hardware Engineering team strives to be the premier organization for mechanical design and development through our world class people and technology - creating trusted, innovative solutions to make the world a safer place. Hardware Engineering’s capabilities encompass a broad range of technical disciplines which include engineering, technical services, materials, processes, analysis, test, and documentation. Within the Hardware Engineering Organization, the Undersea & Electronics Systems (UES) Department leads the mechanical design, development, and integration of products, including but not limited to undersea sensors and analysis, naval platforms, shipboard/ground-based processing and power equipment, and launchers. The UES department is looking for a full-time Engineering Services Lead Technician. This role will be on-site and located in Portsmouth, RI.

Requirements

Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.
Experience with most of the following processes or similar; adhesive bonding, chemical mixing, encapsulation, paint application, chromate touch up, vapor degreasing, die grinding, sanding, mechanical press, oven curing, vacuum bagging, vacuum chambers, micro/grit-blast, fiber optic splicing.
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.

Nice To Haves

Existing U.S. government issued security clearance at the Top-Secret level
Experience with acoustic sensor builds and/or testing
Possesses RI and/or MA overhead crane license and experienced with overhead crane operations and rigging
Demonstrate ability to in performing complex technician work and problem solving
Demonstrated ability to solve difficult problems while working as part of a multi-discipline team
Demonstrated expertise in the area of mechanical assembly use of standard mechanics tooling.
Strong communication skillset with ability to articulate, in both oral and written form, to technical, non-technical and management audiences

Responsibilities

Work under minimal supervision with acoustic engineers to perform in-water acoustic sensor testing at our acoustic test facility
Work with engineers to rig and fixture acoustic sensors to testing equipment in support of in-water test events
Perform crane operations to position engineering test articles and hydrophones within the test facility
Build and in-process test of acoustic sensors, including fine-pitch soldering, working with adhesives and chemicals, manufacturing tooling, curing cycles, fiber optics and general mechanical work.
Work with facilities to ensure day-to-day operation of test tank equipment, such as water filtration, overhead cranes and plumbing systems.
Ensure engineering work in the test facility is conducted in accordance with lab operating procedures and company policy
Work with limited supervision and meet commitments for assigned schedule, financial, and technical goals.

Benefits

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 Eligibility ‒ Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite.
As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.
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
holidays