Hardware Quality Technician - 3rd Shift

RTX; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Hardware Specialist for the Circuit Card Manufacturing area at our Andover, MA facility. The role focuses on hands-on hardware quality, product compliance, and continuous improvement within the Common Process Operations Quality Team.

Key duties include inspection of assemblies, adherence to drawings and customer specs, and collaboration with production to address quality issues. Onsite shift with potential overtime and a salary range reflecting DoD clearance requirements.

Qualifications

• AA/AS degree (or 2-year post-high school training) or 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
• Experience with quality assurance processes, testing, and troubleshooting of circuit card assemblies.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspection of electronic assemblies, including circuit boards, solder joints, wiring, and components, to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Verify assemblies meet engineering drawings, schematics, and customer specifications.
• Identify, document, and disposition defects, non-conformances, and deviations from the manufacturing process.
• Work closely with production teams to address quality issues and provide feedback for corrective actions.
• Provide real-time support to the production floor by addressing quality concerns, resolving technical issues, and assisting with troubleshooting to ensure smooth and efficient operations.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Quality assurance

Communication skills

Education

AA/AS degree or 2-year post-high school training

Tools

IPC‑A‑610 / J‑STD‑001

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-27

Country: United States of America

Location: US-MA-ANDOVER-AN1 ~ 350 Lowell St ~ AN1 ESSEX BLDG

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.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 clearance

Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

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.

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.

We are seeking a Hardware Specialist with hands‑on hardware quality experience to become a key part of the Common Process Operations Quality Team within the Circuit Card Manufacturing area. Here at Raytheon, our Operations Quality Team assures product and process quality with an emphasis on Product Compliance, Customer Satisfaction and Continuous Improvement.

This position is a 3rd shift schedule and will include a shift differential for the hours worked from 10:00pm EST to 7:00am EST.

What You Will Do

• Perform visual inspection of electronic assemblies, including circuit boards, solder joints, wiring, and components, to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Verify that assemblies meet engineering drawings, schematics, and customer specifications.
• Identify, document, and disposition defects, non‑conformances, and deviations from the manufacturing process.
• Work closely with production teams to address quality issues and provide feedback for corrective actions.
• Provide real‑time support to the production floor by addressing quality concerns, resolving technical issues, and assisting with troubleshooting to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Qualifications You Must Have:
• Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2‑year post high school training) or a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
• Experience with quality assurance processes, testing, and troubleshooting of circuit card assemblies.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2‑year post high school training) or a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
• Experience with quality assurance processes, testing, and troubleshooting of circuit card assemblies.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Value

• Hands‑on experience with circuit card assembly, including component placement, soldering techniques (e.g., through‑hole and surface‑mount technology), and rework/repair processes.
• Familiarity with IPC‑A‑610 & J‑STD‑001 standards for electronic assemblies and the ability to work with engineering drawings, schematics, and work instructions.
• Experience working directly with engineers, scientists, technicians, and leadership in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to build positive, constructive professional relationships
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong constructive problem‑solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.

This position is on‑site at our Andover, MA facility and does not provide relocation assistance.

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

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.

Clearance Information: This position requires the eligibility to obtain a security clearance. The Defense Industrial Security Clearance Office (DISCO), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 47,700 USD - 90,900 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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