Staff Quality Technician

Date Posted: 2026-07-01 Country: United States of America Location: US-MA-ANDOVER-AN1 ~ 350 Lowell St ~ AN1 ESSEX BLDG Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: 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 Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1 At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Raytheon has an exciting opportunity for a Quality Staff Technician on our 1st Shift at the Andover, MA location. As part of the Quality Technical Business Support team within the Radio Frequency Components organization, you will apply semi‑advanced technical skills under moderate supervision to ensure hardware quality, process compliance, and continuous improvement. Work: Weekdays from 7 AM to 4 PM or 8AM to 5PM 9/80 (every other Friday off) or 5/40 schedule What You Will Do Hands-on work with inspection methodology for compound semiconductor MMIC (Monolithic Multilayer Integrated Circuits) devices Interpretation of MIL and ANSI specifications and component drawings to make confident quality dispositions of suspect nonconformances. Physical inspection review of deliverable hardware as well as manufacturing documentation as required by process, technical data package, and contractual flow down. Continuous improvement support to strengthen manufacturing systems, processes, and/or products. Support operator training where process feedback indicates a need. Summarize and communicate audit and inspection findings. Work in a clean room environment with stringent protocols (i.e. “bunny suit,” no make-up, perfume/cologne, jewelry, smart watch, etc.) Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 6 years relevant experience. Experience working in a manufacturing / factory environment as an assembler, operator or inspector Six (6) years of experience in general hardware inspection Experience working in a manufacturing environment with accept and reject criteria for general quality workmanship. Experience working with manufacturing processes, following work instructions, interpreting drawings and/or contractual flow downs. 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. Qualifications We Prefer Experience working in semiconductor fabrication and/or manufacturing environments. Experience inspecting MMICs with working knowledge of industry technical standards (such as MIL-STD-883) Experience using a microscope Past work in a Represented (union) Workforce environment. Experience administering quality workmanship standards in a manufacturing environment. Good organizational skills and ability to effectively coordinate multiple activities; self-motivation and ability to work with minimal supervision and high attention to detail. Excellent oral and written communication skills with ability to walk back and communicate concerns to operations and support team. Personal ownership and accountability, the ability to find solutions in difficult situations. Proven ability to work proactively with others, driving decisions while also functioning as a team. ASQ certified Inspector or work in First Article Inspection (FAI) Experience working in Eyelit and/or CMES to enter data. Computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite What We Offer Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. Relocation Eligibility – None. No relocation available for this role. Learn More & Apply Now! 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. 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 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. The salary range for this role is 53,100 USD - 100,900 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. 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. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.