Date Posted:
2026-04-10Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-AZ-TUCSON-811 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 811 (External Site)Position Role Type:
OnsiteU.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearanceSecurity Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance: SecretSecurity Clearance Status:
Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start dateAt 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.
*Starting Pay Rate: $34.38*
What You Will Do
- This position requires working a weekend shift on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM (30-minute unpaid lunch).
Performs fabrication, assembly, installation, diagnosis, repair and modification on hydraulic, pneumatic, refrigeration, vacuum, and gas systems associated with test equipment.
Performs functional and operational tests to check out new and/or repaired units.
Coordinates with engineers in planning, laying out and making mechanical modifications to test positions and units according to accepted standard practices in order to develop more practical arrangements in this equipment from a functional or service standpoint.
Furnishes supplementary sketches or diagrams to aid in accomplishing such mechanical modifications, as required.
Makes written reports of all tests and recommends refinements in test equipment and maintenance procedures.
Performs periodic preventive maintenance, as directed.
Performs brazing, soft and silver soldering, minor sheet metal work, incidental to the work described herein.
Uses hand tools such as micrometers, dial calipers, indicators, height gauges, and operates portable power tools and machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, pedestal grinders, drill presses, band saws, and belt sanders etc. incidental to the work described herein.
Works from primary design drawings, prints, schematic flow diagrams, sketches or the other diagrams, verbal and/or written instructions requiring considerable interpretation and application of shop theory in visualizing and determining the most practical procedure to follow for the work described herein.
Performs related computer and clerical functions such as operating the shop floor control system, documenting equipment scheduling and maintenance records, requesting supplies, materials, and reporting of machines for repair.
Reworks, refurbishes, and modifies parts and equipment as required for the work described herein.
Qualifications You Must Have
High School Diploma or Equivalency (GED).
Must be able to work any designated shift to include overnight.
Three (3) years experience in the layout, fabrication, assembly, checking, and testing of hydraulic, vacuum, pneumatic and refrigeration mechanical and electromechanical equipment.
Must also possess machine shop skills such as setting up and operating conventional lathes, mills, drills, and pedestal grinders.
Must have worked from blueprints, primary design drawings, sketches, and verbal instructions.
Must have visualized and determined the most practical fabrication of the apparatus or equipment and the materials to be assembled.
Must pass qualifying and/or practical test.
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. secret clearance prior to the start date. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
The ability to obtain and maintain an Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Access (ATF) clearance.
What We Offer
Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
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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.
Union Specific Information: This position is part of a collective bargaining agreement. Wage and workplace conditions, including shift times, are subject to this agreement. Individuals hired into this position will be represented by a union.
Clearance Information: This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm
As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.
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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Who We Are
At RTX, we're a diverse team of explorers united in our goal to push the boundaries of known science – and solve the world's most complex problems. We design. We engineer. We code. We research. We patent. We test. We learn. We iterate. We manufacture. We produce. We are advancing aviation, building smarter defense systems and creating innovations to take us deeper into space. Progress is not inevitable. It is initiated – by tirelessly asking the hard questions and finding answers. Progress defines the future and defines us – because the progress we make matters.
Diversity
RTX solves some of the toughest challenges in aerospace and defense. That requires expansive thinking and bold innovation – and that, in turn, requires a culture that is diverse, equitable and inclusive.
We embrace individuality and diversity of thought to fuel opportunity for our employees, our customers and our communities. We work toward progress, knowing that a more inclusive world is critical to our mission. Not just in this moment, but always.
To build a diverse and harmonious team, we are guided by key pillars of action that we are committed to achieving. These include:
Workforce Diversity: We are connected to communities around the world. Being a good neighbor means investing our resources to help everyone thrive. Additionally, we have found that providing employees with opportunities to volunteer helps promote leadership development and reduces attrition.
Community Engagement: We are connected to communities around the world. Being a good neighbor means investing our resources to help everyone thrive. Additionally, we have found that providing employees with opportunities to volunteer helps promote leadership development and reduces attrition.
Supplier Diversity: We support local economic growth by creating high value jobs through our operations and helping our suppliers do the same. This includes small and diverse businesses, which are often the economic growth engine of communities.
Public Policy: We advocate for issues that matter to our company and stakeholders, and we use our company's size and scale to advance equity in education, encourage social justice reform and elevate economic policies that support equality.
Commitment to Military
At RTX, we know and value the strategic and tactical talents that only veterans and military spouses can offer. We are dedicated to hiring US Military Veterans and their spouses – whether you’re a veteran, a reserve member, military spouse or transitioning from active duty to a civilian career. Our military veterans work across all disciplines. They lead our business, engineer our products and manage our supply chain.
As part of a tight-knit team that values your determination and resourcefulness, you'll do work that has an enormous impact on customers across the globe. We offer an array of programs to help you transition to your civilian career, connect with colleagues and give back to your community. The skills you developed during your military career have served you well – and they're just as valuable now. If you're ready to help us create trusted, innovative solutions for a safer, more connected world, join our talent community and an RTX representative will contact you if they have a matching job opportunity. This is the moment your next mission begins. To assist you in joining our team, we have developed a hiring guide specifically for veterans and military spouses.
Our benefits are uniquely designed to support veterans and military spouses. They encompass health and wellness plans, retirement savings, income and asset protection, work-life balance with flexible arrangements and paid time off (PTO), relocation assistance, and tuition support.
Internships and Leadership Development Programs
Our internship and co-op programs provide an experiential learning opportunity as you work on complex challenges and projects. Bonus: Many positions offer the potential opportunity to convert to full-time employment upon graduation.
Our Leadership Development Program (LDP) provides an exceptional foundation for you to forge valuable relationships and gain multiple pathways to leadership. As a future leader, you'll play a vital role in helping RTX redefine aerospace and defense. Participants can apply to one of multiple functional disciplines listed below:
- Global Communications
- Contracts
- Digital
- Engineering
- Finance
- Human Resources
- Operations and Supply Chain