Automation Specialist

Safety Professional

Raytheon has an opportunity for an energetic and motivated Safety professional to support our robotic safety program within the Environment, Health & Safety department at Tucson, Arizona site.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced EHS professional to join our team as a Safety professional with a focus on robotic safety. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring compliance with safety regulations and standards, particularly in environments involving robotics and automation. This position will actively support EHS initiatives and foster a safety-first culture across our facilities.

What You Will Do

• Provide technical expertise in robotic and automation safety, supporting the design, implementation, and operation of robotic systems in accordance with ANSI/RIA R15.06, ISO 10218, and other relevant standards.
• Conduct risk assessments and hazard analyses for robotic systems, ensuring mitigation of potential safety concerns.
• Develop and maintain safety protocols, standard operating procedures, and training programs specific to robotic and automated systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, and maintenance, to integrate safety into robotic system designs and workflows.
• Lead incident investigations related to robotic systems and develop corrective and preventive actions to mitigate risks.
• Monitor compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other federal, state, and local EHS regulations, with a focus on automation environments.
• Conduct regular audits, inspections, and safety assessments of robotic systems and automated processes.
• Stay up to date with advancements in robotic safety standards, regulations, and best practices, and apply them to RTX operations.
• Support EHS programs, initiatives, and training at the site level to promote a culture of safety and environmental stewardship.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior EHS staff and employees regarding robotic and automation safety.
• Analysis of leading and lagging safety performance indicators for trends to drive corrective actions.
• Collaborate with individuals and teams across the business.
• Effectively organize, prioritize, and address multiple, simultaneous projects or tasks.

This is 1st shift, onsite position.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years' experience
• Previous experience in automation and/or robotics
• 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

• In-depth knowledge of national and international robotic safety standards, including ANSI/RIA, ISO, and OSHA guidelines.
• Certification in robotic safety or EHS (e.g., CMSE® - Certified Machinery Safety Expert, CSP, or equivalent).
• Experience in an aerospace, defense, or manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in EHS management systems and reporting tools.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and their application to safety processes.
• Active Secret level or higher security clearance.

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 assistance is not provided for this position.

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