Optical Assembly & Potting Tech III

Date Posted:

Country: United States of America

Location: HMA
03: ISR Systems - Westford HO 7 Technology Park Drive, Westford, MA, 01886 USA

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance: None/Not Required

At 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.

Raytheon is seeking an Optical Assembly & Potting Tech III, in support of the Global ISR Sensors and Software business. Tests and inspects optical components and systems using a variety of electro-optical, metrology, and inspection tools and software. This person will liaise with other departments where appropriate to ensure the Optical Assembly meets the required demands. This position will be located ONSITE at our Westford, MA facility.

• Tests and inspects optical components and systems using a variety of electro-optical, metrology, and inspection tools and software.
• Performs intricate/complex assembly and potting of optical components within specified tolerances.
• Interprets blueprints, work orders, engineering plans, specifications, reference planes, designs sketches and geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T) for operation, material, and dimensional requirements.
• Pulls kits from holding rack in production order.
• Performs various optical potting operations such as coating elements, stacking/assembly of optics, alignments, grinding, cleaning, or applying adhesives.
• Uses machine and hand tools to perform operations.
• Sets up and monitor chambers.
• Conducts various quality inspections such as pressure testing or pull testing to ensure compliance with specifications.

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D in the US) or vocational/technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Due to programs and projects this position supports, U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• SAP experience.
• Experience working with Electro-Optical assemblies used in surveillance and reconnaissance systems.

• Optics/mechanical/electro-optical experience.
• Clean room experience.
• Good dexterity skills required due to delicate handling of precision optical components.
• Follow oral and written instructions and have overall good communication skills.
• Familiar with Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint.
• Must be able to work independently within a team environment.
• Shift flexibility is critical.
• Team-oriented – actively participates and steps in for other commodities as needed.

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value:
Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Not Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance not available

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.

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.

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.…