Chemical Materials Engineer II

Raytheon Technologies - Tucson, AZ

Full-time - Mid Level

Tucson, AZ

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Chemical Materials Engineer II position at Raytheon 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 collaborating with engineers and subject matter experts to ensure material conformance to specifications and quality control.

Responsibilities

• Assess materials based on conformance to specifications
• Conduct hands-on testing of materials using a variety of laboratory techniques and instrumentation
• Conduct standard chemical analysis laboratory testing using various instrumentation including FTIR, SEM-EDS, GC-MS, LC, NMR, TGA, DSC, DMA
• Develop methods and test plans
• Lead various characterization and design projects
• Follow standard written protocols and utilize a variety of databases
• Review material documentation and assess specifications
• Engage with subject matter experts and management to understand material usage
• Provide project status updates to engineers and management
• Travel to and engage with suppliers to support production efforts and product quality control
• Document and communicate results and findings

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience, or 6+ years of experience in absence of a degree
• 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)
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance
• U.S. citizenship required

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

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
• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs