Composites Technician - McKinney, TX

Pratt & Whitney; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for a hands-on role in composite manufacturing. This position involves operating specialized equipment and working with advanced materials to contribute to national defense efforts. The ideal candidate will have a strong manufacturing background, a commitment to safety, and the ability to follow detailed instructions. Join a team that values trust, respect, and collaboration, and be part of a mission that makes a difference in creating a safer world. If you are ready to take on this challenge and grow your skills in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Paid time off

Parental leave

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of relevant manufacturing experience required.
• U.S. citizenship is mandatory for this role.

Responsibilities

• Operate process equipment including autoclaves and ovens.
• Perform repetitive tasks in accordance with established standards.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Safety focus

Education

High School Diploma or AA/AS degree

Tools

Autoclaves

Ovens

Basic hand tools

Job description

Date Posted: 2025-02-04

Country: United States of America

Location: TX190: 2501 West University, McKinney, TX, 75070 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.

You will perform a wide variety of tasks in a manufacturing/production environment at our McKinney, TX facility. Your main duties will include laying up and bonding various composite materials such as pre-preg graphite and fiberglass materials. You also may set up and operate a variety of composite manufacturing tools such as ovens, autoclaves, cut tables, resin inject machines, etc.

What You Will Do

• Operate process equipment including autoclaves and ovens.
• Read and follow assembly instructions, engineering diagrams / instructions, and prints.
• Will be performing repetitive tasks in accordance with established standards.
• May train and qualify on multiple processes.
• Flexibility to work across shifts / off shift / weekends as needed to support customer needs.
• Use of basic hand tools.

Qualifications You Must Have

• HS Diploma or AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.
• Manufacturing experience.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with composite materials (pre-preg, resins, graphite, fiberglass, and bagging).
• Strong safety focus is required.

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.

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

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.

Location:

North Texas: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-north-texas-location

The salary range for this role is 40,000 USD - 82,000 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 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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