NonDestructive Test Engineer II

RTX•Tucson, AZ

18h•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 The Materials & Process Engineering (M&PE) section is seeking a Nondestructive Test Engineer II to work in the Non-Destructive Testing Group at our Tucson AZ. facility. M&PE’s charter is to leverage material and process expertise throughout Raytheon Missiles and Defense and Raytheon Company. We are committed to excellence supporting our customers and allies worldwide. This position requires an individual who possesses a thorough background and knowledge of Non-Destructive Testing to include: Radiographic Testing, Ultrasonic Testing, Magnetic Particle Testing, and Penetrant testing. A broad background in NDT of Castings, electronics, welding/brazing, composites, etc. is needed. The ability to certify to NAS 410 is required. The selected candidate will be expected to perform various non-destructive testing tasks to support production operations, developmental design, and failure analysis. Some of the tasks will include onsite inspection of hardware, travel in support of requestors to perform evaluations offsite, development of new inspection techniques for qualified methods, etc. Collaboration with engineers is required to develop unique test plans, proper sequencing, and validate inspection techniques and setups. The selected candidate must be able to manage a wide variety of tasks within schedule and budget requirements. Analysis and interpretation of results will be communicated with engineering customers and documented in engineering reports. The candidate will become part of a multi-disciplined team that is responsible for solving a wide range of technical problems. Travel of up to 50% to both domestic and international locations. This position may require candidate to work 2nd shift. The Nondestructive Test Engineer II job is in Tucson, AZ and the position is onsite.

Requirements

Typically requires a A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field.
Experience in NAS 410 Level 2 Certification (or equivalent) in multiple methods (i.e. Ultrasonic, Radiography, Magnetic Particle and Fluorescent Penetrant Testing Methods)
Experience in using multiple NonDestructive Test Methods (i.e. Digital Radiography, Film Radiography, Ultrasonic Testing (Contact/Immersion/CSAM) Techniques)
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 clearance
Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
Experience interpreting and developing NDT Procedures and Technique sheets.
Must be able to work in a stressful, on-demand environment and be able to communicate under duress in a non-confrontational, effective manner.
Strong background in Non-Destructive Inspection of Aerospace products to include but not limited to: Composites, Castings, Welds, Braze Joints, Microcircuits, Computer Card Assemblies etc.
NAS 410 Level 2 Certification in Ultrasonic Contact /Immersion / C SAM / Acoustic Microscopy Testing, Radiographic Film / Filmless Testing Fluorescent / Visible dye Penetrant Testing, Magnetic particle Wet / Dry Testing, & Visual / Weld inspections.
Other Failure Analysis equipment (Digital / Optical Microscopes, Laser Milling, Die Shear/Bond Pull machine, Plasma Etching).
Knowledge of ESD protection.
Must be self-motivated and possess excellent communication skills in an effective manner to all levels of personnel.
Desire and ability to work as a team member is essential.
Demonstrated ability to work independently.
Excellent documentation and technical writing skills (Office suite).
Strong background in Non-Destructive Inspection of Aerospace products to include but not limited to: Composites, Castings, Welds, Braze Joints, Microcircuits, Computer Card Assemblies etc.
Working knowledge of Military, Aerospace, Microcircuits, Commercial Materials and Process Specifications to include but not limited to: ASTM E1742, ASTM E2698, AMS2175, ASTM E1444, ASTM E1417, etc.

Responsibilities

onsite inspection of hardware
travel in support of requestors to perform evaluations offsite
development of new inspection techniques for qualified methods
Collaboration with engineers is required to develop unique test plans, proper sequencing, and validate inspection techniques and setups.
manage a wide variety of tasks within schedule and budget requirements
Analysis and interpretation of results will be communicated with engineering customers and documented in engineering reports.