Paint and Plating Engineer II
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onLawrence District Court, 2, Appleton Street, Jackson Terrace Historic District, Lawrence, Essex County, Massachusetts, 01840, United States
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.
As part of RTX, our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. We value Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
The Process Development and Efficiency section of the Materials and Process Engineering Department is seeking a Paint and Plating Engineer II to support all phases of product design and production for military and defense applications. This onsite position is located in Andover, MA.
You will bring technical expertise in corrosion, paint, plating, and metal finishing to the team. Your work will involve developing, working with, and approving paint, coatings, and surface finishing for both in-house capabilities and supplier partners. You will play a key role in assessing supplier capability, conducting failure analysis, and establishing inspection processes. This role requires a solid understanding of design for corrosion prevention and manufacturability, as well as the ability to translate engineering drawings and defense specifications into practical procedural instructions. The position involves travel up to 50% of the time, both domestically and internationally.
To maintain 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. Please note that RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted, though this may vary based on candidate flow and business necessity.
Security Requirements: This role requires U.S. citizenship, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. An active and existing DoD Secret security clearance is required after day 1.
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.
Work model: On-site
Lawrence District Court, 2, Appleton Street, Jackson Terrace Historic District, Lawrence, Essex County, Massachusetts, 01840, United States
Lawrence, Massachusetts
Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry, Mechanical, Manufacturing or Chemical Engineering. Experience in interpreting engineering drawings, defense specifications, and technical material to create practical procedural instructions. Experience as a technical liaison between engineering, manufacturing, and quality organizations. Hands-on painting experience of commercial or military hardware. Working knowledge of Military and Commercial Paint and Plating, or Surface Finishing Specifications. Self-motivation and good communication skills. Ability to work as a team member. Adaptability to work in all project phases from design concepts through manufacturing. Practical knowledge of metal processing operations and surface treatments. Demonstrated problem-solving skills. Experience developing finishing processes for aluminum, structural carbon steel, stainless steel, titanium, and nickel alloys. Knowledge of Design of Experiments, Six Sigma, and statistical techniques. Experience in auditing coating processes and working with suppliers. Proven teamwork skills. Conversation skills in foreign languages.
Skills: Corrosion, Paint, Plating, Metal Finishing, Metallurgy, Galvanic Corrosion, Protective Corrosion Coatings, Design Of Experiments, Six Sigma, Statistical Techniques.
Education: Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry, Mechanical, Manufacturing or Chemical Engineering.
