FPA Production Worker S3- 1st Shift

Prattwhitney; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

401(k) match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Assistance Program

Parental Leave

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Job summary

RTX in Goleta, CA is seeking a Production Worker S3 for the Focal Plane Array area. You will operate in a class 100 cleanroom, document processes, and follow strict procedures to build hardware. The role is onsite with a 1st shift (6:00 AM – 2:30 PM) and requires U.S.

citizenship. Responsibilities include performing individual process steps, handling delicate components, and using travelers/electronic tracking for data.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum 2 years of production experience in cleanroom fabrication, assembly, manufacturing or equivalent.
• Experience in MS Office (Excel).
• US Citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a Safety-First work environment.
• Operate in a class 100 cleanroom; wear bunny suit under yellow lights.
• Perform individual process steps on production hardware with accuracy.
• Follow written instructions and area protocols.
• Process Focal Plane Arrays (Hybridize, Wet Etch, Photomask, Fixturing, etc.) to build hardware.
• Handle fragile hardware and small parts during processing.
• Document data on travelers and in the electronic database.

Skills

Production experience

Cleanroom fabrication

MS Office (Excel)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office (Excel)

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-28 Country: United States of America Location: US-CA-GOLETA-B01 ~ 6825 Cortona Dr ~ BLDG B01 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required 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.

A Production Worker S3 in the Focal Plane Array (FPA) area operates equipment and performs processes to build hardware. They perform tasks to ensure that equipment and processes being used are in control. They focus on accurately performing single process steps on production hardware. They observe and utilize leads and senior operators to troubleshoot and resolve issues with production support teams. They take direction from area leads and supervision to optimize efficiency. They are required to rigorously documents processes performed in electronic tracking systems. Routine work is performed with minimal supervision.

1st Shift: 6AM – 2:30PM and negotiable in Goleta, California. This is an onsite position.

What You Will Do:

• Active participation in a Safety-First work environment.
• The ability to work in a class 100 cleanroom, in a full bunny suit, under yellow lights is required.
• Accurately perform individual process steps on production hardware
• Follow all written instructions and area protocols
• Process Focal Plane Arrays (Hybridize, Wet Etch, Photomask, Fixturing, Hotplate processing, Surface treatment, Wire bond, metrology, Inspection etc.) to build hardware
• Handle fragile hardware and manually manipulate small parts during processing.
• Rigorously follow written procedures and work instructions
• Document data on travelers and in the electronic database

Qualifications You Must Have:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 2 years of production experience in cleanroom fabrication, assembly, manufacturing or equivalent.
• Has experience in MS Office (Excel)
• US Citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• More than 2 years of production experience in cleanroom fabrication, assembly, manufacturing or equivalent.
• Experience in Hybridization, Thin Film Deposition, Photolithography, Wet Etch, or other cleanroom Focal Plane Array, fabrication work cells.
• Ability to work safely with chemical and raw production material.
• The flexibility to work occasional, voluntary overtime on weekends to meet the factory’s needs is strongly desired.

What We Offer:

• 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
• Holidays

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.

The hourly range for this role is $27- $32. The hourly 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.

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 product. 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.

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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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.