Engr II., Automation Engineering, Digital Automation

The Raytheon Industry 4.0 - Connected Factory Intelligence & Automation organization has an immediate career-growth opportunity for an enthusiastic, highly motivated, and innovative Automation Systems Engineer (ASE) to support digital automation infrastructure in our factories in Tucson, AZ. The Automation Systems Engineering department is responsible for the development and deployment of manufacturing automation & digital solutions to maximize the operational efficiency of our factory and program customers. The core responsibilities of this role are the support and improvement of automation software and infrastructure that supports factory operations - sensors, machine integration, custom software applications, commercial software platforms.

What You Will Do

• Collaborate across functions to support Operations Technology needs, including (test/process equipment, ovens, etc.), robotics equipment connectivity (Fanuc), data migration, and software dependencies.

• Sustain and enhance custom applications (built on Ignition platform) and commercial software applications.

• Data extraction and processing to produce meaningful visualizations and metrics for test and assembly equipment.

• Contribute to the overall manufacturing technology strategy for the factory.

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance, Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date, * Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics(STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.

• 2+ years of experience in software, controls, manufacturing, or automation
• Experience working within a manufacturing environment (Defense, Aerospace, Medical, or other high complexity industry)
• Software development experience using a combination of tools such as Ignition, SQL, Python, C#, .NET
• US Citizen with ability to obtain Interim DOD Secret. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with Azure DevOps (or any other DevOps platform)
• Proficiency in using version control systems like Git.
• Experience working with automation systems (robots, vision systems, PLCs, etc.)
• Demonstrated cross functional collaboration skills
• Ability to diagnose hardware and network-related issues effectively.
• Experience with industrial communication protocols such as Modbus/TCP, MQTT, Ethernet IP, RESTful APIs, SECS/GEM, etc.

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 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.

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.