Optical Assembly & Potting Tech III

RTX • Westford, MA

3d • 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. Raytheon is seeking an Optical Assembly & Potting Tech III, in support of the Global ISR Sensors and Software business. Tests and inspects optical components and systems using a variety of electro-optical, metrology, and inspection tools and software. This person will liaise with other departments where appropriate to ensure the Optical Assembly meets the required demands. This position will be located ONSITE at our Westford, MA facility.

Requirements

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D in the US) or vocational/technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Due to programs and projects this position supports, U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
• SAP experience
• Experience working with Electro-Optical assemblies used in surveillance and reconnaissance systems

Nice To Haves

• Optics/mechanical/electro-optical experience.
• Clean room experience.
• Good dexterity skills required due to delicate handling of precision optical components.
• Follow oral and written instructions and have overall good communication skills.
• Familiar with Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint.
• Must be able to work independently within a team environment
• Shift flexibility is critical
• Team-oriented – actively participates and steps in for other commodities as needed.

Responsibilities

• Tests and inspects optical components and systems using a variety of electro-optical, metrology, and inspection tools and software.
• Performs intricate/complex assembly and potting of optical components within specified tolerances.
• Interprets blueprints, work orders, engineering plans, specifications, reference planes, designs sketches and geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T) for operation, material, and dimensional requirements
• Pulls kits from holding rack in production order
• Performs various optical potting operations such as coating elements, stacking/assembly of optics, alignments, grinding, cleaning, or applying adhesives
• Uses machine and hand tools to perform operations
• Sets up and monitor chambers
• Conducts various quality inspections such as pressure testing or pull testing to ensure compliance with specifications

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees