Metal Fabrication and Welding Tech

RTX • Tucson, AZ

6d • 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. Job Summary: The metal fabrication and welding tech is responsible for executing a variety of mechanical fabrication efforts at an exceptional level, while collaborating in an integrated team environment with fellow support technicians, engineers, and internal and external engineering customers. Primary responsibilities include welding and fabricating premium quality parts and assemblies from metal. Report to the Mechanical Prototyping and Fabrication Section Lead within the Engineering Prototyping and Fabrication department (the Bike Shop)

Requirements

• A minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience welding MIG, and TIG.
• A minimum of six (6) years’ relevant experience with press breaks, rollers, sheet metal forming tools.
• Six (6) or more years of interpreting mechanical blueprints / technical drawings with the ability to fabricate the requested parts.
• Ability to inspect fabricated parts using standard precision measuring instruments to ensure tolerances are met.
• U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Nice To Haves

• AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training such as: machining/fabrication technical education or apprenticeship).
• Basic experience in the development and manipulation of computer-generated 3D models in Creo, or similar CAD system
• Competent computer skills – Windows, MS Office products
• Good verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Metal fabrication of critical prototype, aerospace parts and test assemblies using various types of metal fabrication tools.
• Use of general machine shop tools and support equipment including the use of typical dimensional measuring tools
• Work with basic sketches and, underdeveloped drawing packages as well as model renderings
• Responsible for all aspects of fabrication including part/machine setup, safe equipment operation, part inspection, managing their workload, supporting customers’ schedules, delegating, and coordinating work when required
• Work in a multi-program-controlled area.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree