RF Machining and Fabrication Engineer

RTX•Tucson, AZ

10d•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 RF Machining and Fabrication Engineer is responsible for managing intake, scheduling, and services provided in a m achine s hop. The position offers the opportunity to work across a range of engineering disciplines, including but not limited to laser systems, radio frequency technology, high voltage systems, engineering component creation, installations, and repair. Key responsibilities include creating, reworking, and modifying electrical assemblies, engineering components on Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs), prototype sub-assemblies, completed assemblies, cables, and harness systems in adherence to engineering drawings, schematics, or work instructions. The RF Machining and Fabrication Engineer will play a critical role in supporting hardware integration by providing recommendations and collaborating with mid and upper-level Engineering and Leadership teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues. This position may also require travel to other company locations to support project needs.

Requirements

Typically requires a B achelor’s in S cience , Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) degree or a minimum of 2 years’ prior relevant experience , to include any combination of the following :
Experience assisting in the operation of a machine shop in a lab environment performing cable and harness assembly, fabrication, and rework.
Experience reading and follow ing engineering prints, schematics, sketches, and verbal or written instructions, including test procedures.
Experience using tools such as lathes, mills, band saws, grinders, drill press , solde ring irons, wire strippers, cutters, and electric heat gun s.
Experience with soldering, mechanical processes, quality standards, documentation, and / or the safe use of lab chemicals.
Experience with verification and inspection processes, including associated standards and documentation.

Nice To Haves

Experience with CCA manufacturing, including fabrication standards, processes, documentation, and assembly or rework of circuit card assemblies.
IPC J-STD-001 solder certification, along with IPC 610 and 620 acceptability certification and inspection experience.
Proficiency in 3D printing and its application to engineering tasks.
Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced engineering environment, whether working independently or collaboratively as a motivated self-starter.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to establish customer priorities, manage multiple tasks effectively, and exercise good judgment.

Responsibilities

Creat e , rework, and modify engineering components on CCAs, prototype sub-assemblies, completed assemblies, cables, harness systems, and perform necessary repairs by reading and accurately following schematics, prints, sketches, and written or verbal instructions.
Fabricat e , repair, and replac e mechanical and electrical components, including harnesses, cables, chassis, breakout boxes, test boxes, and electrical supply boxes, as well as performing work on antennas.
Utiliz e tools and equipment such as mills, lathes, chop saws, sheet metal presses, and 3D printers for the design, layout, and fabrication of engineering parts and assemblies.
Identify failures, isolat e problems, and recommend corrective actions to ensure quality and functionality of components and systems.
Collaborat e with engineering teams to provide support and feedback, while reporting potential risks or issues that may impact program schedules or quality.
Development, testing, and repair of critical engineering systems and components.