Production Machine Operator

Job Summary

At Raytheon Missiles & Defense, fresh thinking and possibilities are forged in times of change and you will be on the front lines as we trailblaze new approaches, push the boundaries of innovation and chart a course to a tomorrow you can be proud to have a hand in creating.

Raytheon Missiles & Defense produces a broad portfolio of advanced technologies, including air and missile defense systems, precision weapons, radars, and command and control systems delivering end-to-end solutions to detect, track and engage threats.

Headquartered in Tucson, Arizona, the business generated $16 billion in pro forma annual revenue in 2019 and has 30,000 employees globally.

Raytheon Missiles & Defense is one of four businesses that form Raytheon Technologies Corporation.

We value diverse skills and experience, so don’t hold back. Your qualification could add tremendous value to our team. Our customers come from all different backgrounds, and so do our employees.

If you’re passionate about what you could accomplish here, we’d love to hear from you.

Starting Wage : $19.81*

Responsibilities to Anticipate

• Sets up and operates conventional and CNC (Computer Numerically Controlled) machines on proved-in complex precision production parts that are produced from materials varying from standard to exotic.
• Must maintain quality of set ups using skills that require a comprehensive knowledge of tools, tool geometry, feeds, speeds, and blueprint / planning.
• Utilizing project and SIE (Standard Inspection Equipment) to ensure quality assurance while performing machining operations.
• Performs the removal of burrs and sharp edges on any metallic and nonmetallic fabricated parts.
• Must maintain acceptable finishes and hold part tolerances as specified by blueprint / planning requirements using a variety of manual and power equipment.
• Sets up and operates a variety of rotary, vibrating and tumbling equipment, along with grit blasting.
• Sets up and operates all relevant material prep equipment and accessories utilizing proper speeds and feeds to perform necessary shearing and cutting.
• Unit requires working with and using any available magnification or visual enhancement equipment (i.e. Standard microscopes, eye loops, optic visors) on a variety of small parts.

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalency (GED).
• Two years recent experience within the last 4 years operating CNC and conventional machines.
• Works from verbal and written operation instructions such as, work orders, CNC data sheets, and blueprints.
• Ability to use inspection equipment, such as micrometers, dial calipers, thread gauges, plug gauges, and air gauges.
• Performs necessary machine and tooling offset changes to maintain setup.
• Evaluates tool wear and changes tools such as mills, inserts, drills, and reamers.
• Must be able to make minor edits to the CNC program such as tool stations and spindle direction.
• Pass qualifying written test with no less than 70% in any section
• Must be able to work any designated shift to include overnight.
• Must pass practical test within 90 days of hiring into this position.
• The ability to obtain and maintain an Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Access (ATF) clearance.

Or ALL of the following :

• Machine Tool Technology-Certificate : For (Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machinist Concentration).
• Have completed the above Certificate Program with a minimum of a 3.5 grade point average.
• Pass qualifying written test with no less than 70% in any section
• High School Diploma or Equivalency (GED).
• Must be able to work any designated shift to include overnight.
• Must pass practical test within 90 days of hiring into this position.
• The ability to obtain and maintain an Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Access (ATF) clearance.

What We Offer :

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.

Additional Details :

This position is part of a collective bargaining agreement. Wage and work place conditions, including shift times, are subject to this agreement.

Individuals hired into this position will be represented by a union.

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.