Chemical Materials Engineer II

Raytheon Technologies - Tucson, AZ

Full-time - Entry Level

Tucson, AZ

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Chemical Materials Engineer II position at RTX Corporation involves engaging in chemical analysis and non-metal materials application to support various phases of product life cycle, including design, development, and production. The role requires conducting standard chemical laboratory analysis, hands-on testing of materials, and collaboration with engineers and subject matter experts to ensure material conformance and quality control.

Responsibilities

• Assessing materials based on conformance to specifications
• Conducting hands-on testing of materials using a variety of laboratory techniques and instrumentation
• Conducting standard chemical analysis laboratory testing using various instrumentation including FTIR, SEM-EDS, GC-MS, LC, NMR, TGA, DSC, DMA
• 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

Requirements

• Typically requires a Bachelor of Science degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience. In absence of a degree, 6+ years of experience.
• Experience in using standard laboratory equipment (i.e. ovens, thermometers, calipers, and microscope)
• Experience in Instrumental Analysis techniques (i.e. FTIR, UV-Vis, DSC, DMA, TMA, TGA, Rheology, GCMS, NMR, ICP-OES, HPLC, GPC, SEM, EDS)
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Nice-to-haves

• Equivalent Laboratory Equipment MOS: 68K MOS or 91S MOS in the Army
• Demonstrated ability to apply analytical chemistry principles to industry applications.
• Understanding of material safety datasheets and Military/Industrial Specifications
• Specific majors: ACS certified Chemistry degree with strong analytical/instrumentation skills
• Academic or professional experience with non-metal material design, application, and failure analysis
• Understanding of Polymer Chemistry
• Understanding of Systems Engineering
• Knowledge of data analysis, modeling and simulation, statistics, and various computational techniques for complex multi-variable problems.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, planning and time management skills
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal scientific communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead and complete multi-disciplined scientific based projects including failure analysis investigations
• Ability to write concise technical reports summarizing analyses
• Knowledge of STK, MATLAB, or Python
• MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures who represent a diversity of work and conflict resolution styles.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 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
• Holidays