Assembly & Test Planner

RTX; Midland; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Eligibility

Signing Bonus

Small town environment with urban lux

Job summary

Raytheon ELCAN in Midland, Ontario is seeking an Assembly and Test Planner to join the Assembly and Test Department. You will read data packages, interpret drawings for optical assemblies, and conduct optical system testing including MTF and line-of-sight measurements.

You will also produce detailed process documentation, define fixtures, create ERP routings, estimate costs, and contribute to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degrees in Engineering Physics, Industrial, Manufacturing, Aerospace or Optical Engineering, Physics or related fields.
• Minimum 3 years professional experience in a manufacturing technical support role.
• Strong competency with MS Office.
• Strong technical writing ability and communication skills.
• Adaptable, innovative and problem solver.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret technical data packages, specifications, models and drawings for optical assemblies.
• Optical system testing (MTF, line of sight, transmission, encircled energy).
• Cost estimating including process times, materials, and engineering effort to meet customer requirements.
• Define, design, source, and commission fixtures, tools, and equipment for realizing product assembly & test specifications.
• Produce detailed documentation of assembly processes and train operators on new projects.
• Create ERP routings for production assemblies.
• Support assembly operations with strong analytical, root cause and corrective action, and continuous improvement skills.

Skills

MS Office

Technical writing

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Engineering degree (Master’s or Bachelor’s)

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-06-12 Country: Canada Location: CA-ON-MIDLAND-450 ~ 450 Leitz Rd ~ BLDG 450 Position Role Type: Unspecified

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 defence. Raytheon ELCAN is a global leader in high-precision optical systems. Our commitment to innovation, quality, and excellence spans over 70 years has earned us a reputation for delivering cutting‑edge solutions for the most demanding challenges in the world. Join our dynamic team and contribute to projects that have a meaningful impact across the globe. We have an immediate need for a Assembly and Test Planner to join our Assembly and Test Department at Raytheon ELCAN.

What You Will Do

• Read and interpret technical data packages, specifications, models and drawings for optical assemblies
• Optical system testing (MTF, line of sight, transmission, encircled energy, etc.)
• Cost estimating including process times, materials, and engineering effort to meet customer requirements
• Define, design, source, and commission fixtures, tools, and equipment for realizing product assembly & test specifications
• Produce detailed documentation of assembly processes and train operators on new projects
• Create ERP routings for production assemblies
• Support assembly operations with strong analytical, root cause and corrective action, and continuous improvement skills with a view to reduction of assembly touch time
• Identify process automation opportunities, perform ROI assessment on identified change, implement change along with associated members of the broader engineering group

You Must Have

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degrees in Engineering Physics, Industrial, Manufacturing, Aerospace or Optical Engineering, Physics or related fields
• Minimum 3 years professional experience in a manufacturing technical support role
• Strong competency with MS Office
• Strong technical writing ability and communication skills
• Adaptable, innovative and problem solver

We Prefer

• Experience in opto-mechanical assembly alignment methods, and ISO optical testing methods such as ISO 14490
• Knowledge of 3D CAD modelling (Autodesk Inventor or equivalent) and Blueprint reading including GD&T
• Experience producing cost estimates and root cause analysis
• Knowledge of quality management systems: APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, SPC
• Familiarity with the design of experiments (DOE)

What We Offer

• Collaborative & innovative work environment
• Relocation Eligibility
• Signing Bonus
• Small town environment with urban comforts

At Raytheon ELCAN, we offer more than just a job; we offer the opportunity to be part of a global team that is shaping the future of high-precision optical systems. We provide a collaborative and innovative work environment, competitive compensation and benefits, job flexibility, and opportunities for professional growth. Join us and contribute to projects that push the boundaries of optics while working alongside some of the brightest minds in the field. Raytheon ELCAN is located in Midland Ontario, a community known for its technological advancements. Midland offers a perfect blend of urban amenities and natural beauty nestled on the shores of Georgian Bay, making it an ideal place to work, grow, and belong.

This position involves technologies regulated by the Canadian government’s Controlled Goods Program and the Contract Security Program. In order to obtain the required security clearance, candidates must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada, have resided in Canada for a minimum of five consecutive years, and meet all other program requirements. Job offers will be conditional upon candidates undergoing a successful security screening per the Controlled Goods Regulations and the Contract Security Program.

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment and welcome applications from all qualified persons. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, Raytheon ELCAN will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process to any applicants with disabilities. If you require disability‑related accommodations, please contact Human Resources. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The salary range for this role is 54,000 CAD - 93,150 CAD. 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. RTX offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical and dental coverage, disability benefits, a retirement savings program, and tuition assistance through RTX’s Employee Scholar Program. Eligibility for specific benefits is based on factors such as position level, employment type (e.g., temporary or permanent), and business unit, and will be discussed during the hiring process. 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 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 job posting is not for an existing position vacancy. RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.