Date Posted:
2026-05-13Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-AZ-TUCSON-801 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 801 (External Site)Position Role Type:
OnsiteU.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
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 clearanceSecurity Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance: SecretSecurity Clearance Status:
Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start dateRaytheon 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.
Raytheon Industry 4.0 – Connected Factory & Intelligence (CFI&A) has an immediate opportunity for an enthusiastic, highly motivated, and innovative Automation Systems Engineer (ASE) team member within the Effectors portfolio, focusing on engineering support & sustainment of state-of-the-art robotic assembly cells.
The role includes sustainment of production automation solutions (robots, PLCs, HMIs, and vision systems) and implementation of change requests and improvements. The ability to actively manage and adapt to new problems on the factory floor is a critical aspect of the role.
What You Will Do:
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Troubleshooting support and recovery of faults on 20+ pieces of custom robotics around the factory
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Implement improvements to production automation systems, primarily programming Robotics, PLCs, and Vision Systems
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Document issues and resolutions in Azure DevOps to properly convey impact to leadership and stakeholders.
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Update documentation for changes made to deployed systems
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Liaise with manufacturing engineering and operators to understand and resolve issues
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Flow down issues and resolutions to first shift team
What You Will Learn
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This role will merge technical, manufacturing, and business knowledge to drive new innovations across Raytheon.
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The role has a foundation in controls programming and will allow for knowledge growth on advanced robotic equipment that is transforming the way that Raytheon assembles product.
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Learning the intricacies of every custom cell and overcoming the inevitable equipment challenges, including mechanical, electrical, and programming, will be paramount to your success.
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The candidate will work in a highly collaborative team of automation systems engineers onsite in Tucson, AZ, but will be required to operate independently at times.
Qualifications You Must Have:
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Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and less than 2 years of prior experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.
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Ability to obtain Interim Secret DOD U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.
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Experience working in a collaborative environment
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Experience with industrial PLCs (Rockwell, Siemens, Beckhoff) or microcontrollers (Arduino, Raspberry Pi) and the accompanying software
Qualifications We Prefer:
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Active DOD Secret Clearance
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Robotics experience
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Machine vision experience
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Experience troubleshooting equipment
What We Offer
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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.
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NOT Relocation Eligible
Learn More & Apply Now! (Optional)
- Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role. (Select the one that fits the role type of the req) *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.
The salary range for this role is 57,200 USD - 108,800 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.
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