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Optical Fabrication Technician - Richardson, TX

Optical Fabrication Technician - Richardson, TX

RaytheonRichardson, TX, US
13 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Optical Fabrication Technician

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's Optics Consolidated Manufacturing Center (OCMC) in Richardson, TX, drives Raytheon Technologies' competitiveness in optical components, assemblies, and systems now and in the future. We are responsible for performing all equipment innovation, selection, troubleshooting and maintenance to lead the organization in delivering a quality product on time, at or below cost, in a safe environment.

Our team seeks an experienced Optical Fabrication Technician to work onsite on the first shift in Richardson. No relocation assistance available. We are on a 9 / 80 work schedule (off every other Friday).

What you will do :

  • Read and interpret documents, prints, safety rules, work instructions and operating procedures.
  • Fabricate of precision windows and lenses including the operation of continuous pitch polishers, multi-spindle polishers; Blanchard Mill; double sided grinders and polishers; CNC generating and polishing machines
  • Clean, inspect, and package optical windows and lenses using established procedures.
  • Inspect parts using micrometers, dial indicators, test plates, and interferometers.
  • In addition to good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination, this job requires standing 80-90% and walking short distances 10-20%, bending at the waist 20%, lifting and / or carrying

Qualifications you must have :

  • U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program / contract.
  • 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.
  • Relevant experience is described as follows :
  • Experience using documents, prints, safety rules, work instructions and / or operating procedures.
  • Setup / operate production process equipment / hardware and / or test equipment
  • Work or practical use of microscope
  • Work history using a computer and Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.)
  • Hand tools for dimensioning (e.g. Micrometers, height gauges, depth mics, calipers, etc.)
  • Must have experience in at least one of the following : continues pitch polisher (CP), multi-spindle polishers, Blanchard Mill, double sided grinders and / or polishers.

    • Qualifications we prefer :

  • 5-10 years of experience operating multi spindle polishers, continuous pitch polishers
  • Experience inspecting optical components using interferometers and profilometers (Metrology)
  • Experience producing plano windows, spherical lenses
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide all units using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals
  • Ability to read and interpret documents, prints, safety rules, work instructions and operating procedures.
  • Good manual dexterity skills and hand-eye coordination
  • Professional, positive, effective teamwork skills are critical to the success of the fabrication department and individual.

    • 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.

    Learn more & apply now!

    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.

    North Texas : https : / / careers.rtx.com / global / en / raytheon-north-texas-location

    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.

    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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    Fabrication Technician • Richardson, TX, US