Chemical engineering Jobs in Tucson, AZ

Date Posted : 2025-01-08

Country :

United States of America

Location :

AZ807 : RMS AP Bldg 807 1151 East Hermans Road Building 807, Tucson, AZ, 85756 USA

Position Role Type : Onsite

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 Materials Engineering Department (NE-SW), which functions within the Mechanical Products Team, is looking for a thermal analysis engineer with hands on experience using thermal analysis instrumentation for chemical and non-metal applications to join our team. This position will offer a qualified candidate the opportunity to ensure thermal analysis equipment operational efficacy through instrumental analysis troubleshooting, characterization and maintenance in addition to performing hands-on thermal analysis testing of materials including adhesives, polymers, tapes, composites, and various other production materials. The role will support all phases of product life cycle (including design, development and production) for a multitude of programs. Analyses will cover a wide range of topics from material characterization, development, process improvement, obsolescence, and failure analysis. Tasks will require careful attention to detail, fundamental scientific and material knowledge, project management skills, knowledge of thermal analysis instrumentation operation and interpretation of results, chemistry laboratory skills, testing of materials, and documentation of results. Collaboration with engineers, subject matter experts, and suppliers is required. Candidate must be able to manage and coordinate a wide variety of simultaneous tasks within set schedule requirements. This candidate will become part of a multi-disciplined team.

What You Will Do :

• Assessing materials based on conformance to specifications
• Conducting hands on testing of materials using a variety of laboratory techniques and instrumentation
• Conduct testing, maintenance, trouble shooting and interpretation of results using standard thermal analysis instrumentation including : TGA, DSC, DMA, TMA, Rheology, Thermal Conductivity
• Conducting standard chemical analysis laboratory testing using a verity of instrumentation including : FTIR, SEM-EDS, GC-MS, LC, NMR
• Method and test plan development
• Leading various characterization and design projects
• Following standard written protocols and utilizing a variety of databases
• Reviewing material documentation and assessment of specifications
• Engagement with subject matter experts and management to understand material usage
• Consistent engagement with engineers, subject matter experts and management to provide project status updates
• Travel to and engagement with suppliers to support production efforts and product quality control
• Documentation and communication of results and findings

The Raytheon Principle Chemical Materials Engineer - Thermal Analysis job is in Tucson, AZ and the position is onsite.

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The salary range for this role is 101,000 USD - 203,000 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 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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