Date Posted:

2024-10-02

Country:

United States of America

Location:

TX231: Richardson 1601 North Plano Road , Richardson, TX, 75081 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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. 

The Manufacturing Engineering team at Raytheon Optics Manufacturing Center in Richardson, TX, plays a pivotal role in enhancing Raytheon’s competitive edge in optical components, assemblies, and systems. Our primary responsibility is to oversee all engineering operations and guide the organization towards delivering high-quality products within schedule, at or under budget, and in a safe working environment.

We achieve this by fostering collaboration with customers, program management, and business leadership to accurately identify and address business requirements. Our focus lies in empowering the factory to seamlessly meet these requirements by proactively anticipating future business needs, developing pertinent technologies and expertise, and integrating concurrent engineering during product conception and design phases to enhance producibility.

Currently, an exciting opportunity awaits within the Manufacturing Engineering team for a Thin Film Coating Engineer.

What You Will Do:

• Design, develop, and optimize optical thin-film coatings through simulation, modeling, and product evaluation.
• Provide day-to-day production support for thin film coating operations, collaborating closely with fellow engineers and technicians to resolve technical issues.
• Train and support thin-film coating personnel to ensure high-quality and efficient operations.
• Plan the sequence of operations for thin-film coating and test processes to maximize efficiency and quality.
• Determine, track, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), analyzing manufacturing data and implementing process improvements for cost, quality, and schedule performance.
• Develop and implement optical metrology testing methods, including spectrophotometry, interferometry, VASE photometry, absorption, Nomarski inspection, laser damage testing, and SEM.
• Analyze product failures to determine root causes and recommend/implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Equipment Engineering to diagnose equipment failures and develop/implement systematic process control parameters.
• Lead or participate in the validation of thin-film coating processes and equipment to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.
• Provide estimates for quotes and work closely with customers in the pre-quote phase to establish producible specifications.
• Assist in the development and improvement of optics cleaning processes to enhance product quality and performance.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience with thin film coating processes and technologies or 3 years of thin film technology experience with advanced degree
• Experience with Thin-Film design software (e.g. Filmstar, Macleod, ThinFilmView)
• Experience with Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) and/or Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) thin film techniques.
• Experience with spectrophotometry, VASE photometry, absorption, Nomarski inspection, and/or laser damage testing for testing Thin-Film Coating.
• Experience in conducting process improvements and Root Cause Corrective Actions (RCCAs).
• 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 clearance

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Hands-on experience in thin film coating processes, substrate cleaning, and optics inspection
• Experience with PVD Sputter Deposition Techniques.
• Proficient in utilizing the following.
• E-beam and low voltage sources.
• Deposition Controllers, particularly Inficon, including expertise in PID loop control parameters.
• E-beam source sweep controllers.
• Ion sources, encompassing both Gridded and End Hall types.
• Vacuum pump systems, including both Mechanical and Hi Vacuum type.
• Proficient in Vacuum Technology, including knowledge of typical pumping cycles and related principles.
• Solid understanding of thin film design principle for Durable Anti Reflective, Dielectric High Reflector, Edge Filter, and Band Pass filter coatings.
• Experience with additional testing methods such as interferometry, VASE photometry, absorption, Nomarski inspection, laser damage testing, and SEM.
• Experience with statistical process control, statistical software (preferably Minitab)
• Experience with Design of Experiments
• Ability to interpret Engineering prints to determine test requirements effectively.
• Demonstrated experience in developing process documentation to ensure operational efficiency.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word, for data collection, analysis, organization, processing, and presentation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Track record of developing and tracking Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Strong problem-solving skills with a high level of commitment, dedication, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team effectively.
• Flexibility to modify or extend working hours in response to business needs.

What We Offer:

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.

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RTX solves some of the toughest challenges in aerospace and defense. That requires expansive thinking and bold innovation – and that, in turn, requires a culture that is diverse, equitable and inclusive.

We embrace individuality and diversity of thought to fuel opportunity for our employees, our customers, and our communities. We work toward progress, knowing that a more inclusive world is critical to our mission. Not just in this moment, but always.

The salary range for this role is 77,000 USD - 163,000 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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