Senior Materials Engineer

Job ID: 01846817Posted: Posted 30+ Days AgoStart Date: 2026-05-21Location: US-MA-ANDOVER-AN1 ~ 350 Lowell St ~ AN1 ESSEX BLDGCountry: United States of AmericaTime Type: Full timeDate Posted:2026-05-21Country:United States of AmericaLocation:US-MA-ANDOVER-AN1 ~ 350 Lowell St ~ AN1 ESSEX BLDGPosition Role Type:OnsiteU.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 clearanceSecurity Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: SecretSecurity Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1At 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 Process Development & Efficiency Section of the Materials and Process Engineering Department, is looking for a Materials Engineer to join our team in Andover, MA. This role is to support program process development, special process support, and production activities. A qualified candidate will have experience in evaluating materials and processes used within a product design and/or manufacturing. This position will offer a qualified candidate the opportunity to support material selections during design, development, and manufacturing of hardware, and support special process activities associated with a wide range of product applications. The role will involve evaluation of a variety of materials and validation and verification that materials and processes used on product to meet design and program requirements. Tasks will require critical thinking to solve challenging problems and careful attention to detail on procedures and documentation of results. Collaboration with design engineers, manufacturing engineers, subject matter experts, and suppliers is required. A candidate must be able to manage and coordinate a wide variety of simultaneous tasks within set schedule requirements. Travel, both domestic and international, expected to be up to approximately 25% of the time.What You Will DoEvaluation of materials and processes based on conformance to specifications and design and performance requirementsSupporting product production and supplier support activitiesProviding evaluation and resolution to technical, operational, and supplier problems related to materials and processesParticipate in analysis and documentation of technical positions for alternate materials, obsolescence, and failure analysisSupport special processes in one or more of the following areas: Painting, Plating, Welding, Brazing, Heat Treating, Bonding/adhesives, Polymers and Plastics, Non-Destructive Testing, Additive ManufacturingThe Senior Materials Engineer job is in Andover, MA​ and the position is onsite.Qualifications You Must HaveTypically 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 experienceExperience in material qualification, analysis, testing, design or development (material selections)Experience in metal alloy systems or organic and inorganic coatings or corrosion control and protection, or additive manufacturing.Qualifications We PreferBachelor's Degree in Materials Science and EngineeringExperience with corrosion fundamentals and mitigation techniquesExperience working on programs, projects, or products associated with the Defense IndustryExperience working with engineering drawingsExperience working with and evaluation of suppliers performing special manufacturing processesExperience with mechanical and/or chemical analysis methods and characterization techniquesExperience related to Material Review Boards, Material and Process Change Boards, Risk Boards, and Engineering Review BoardsExperience with project milestones such as preliminary design reviews and critical design reviewsAbility to write concise technical reports summarizing analysesDemonstrated ability to lead and complete scientific based projects including failure analysis and obsolescence investigationsProficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Strong communication, interpersonal, planning and time management skillsABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.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.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.#LI-SM4As 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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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. 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