Journeyman Machinist

globalhr; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Raytheon in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Tool & Die/Machinist with six years of experience to join our onsite manufacturing team. You will plan, lay out, fabricate and assemble developmental parts, test equipment and fixtures.

Responsibilities include setting up and operating mills, lathes and grinders, reading blueprints, applying GD&T, and performing off-line programming with Mastercam. Starting wage is $31.50 per hour. Must obtain/maintain a U.S. secret security clearance and ATF access.

Qualifications

• Six years of recent experience in a Tool & Die or Journeyman Machinist occupation.
• Ability to setup and operate conventional Tool room machines (Mills, Lathes, Grinders).
• Ability to read blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Planning, layout, fabrication and assembly of developmental parts and fixtures.
• Sets up and operates manual machines with minimal supervision.
• Uses GD&T to ensure part conformance.

Skills

Mathematical problem solving

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Problem solving

Education

AAS in Machine Tool Technology

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Mills

Lathes

Grinders

Mastercam

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-07-17

Country: United States of America

Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-801 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 801 (External Site)

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

Job Description

About Us:

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.

*Starting Wage: $31.50*

Responsibilities to Anticipate

• Planning, layout, fabrication and assembly of developmental type parts and assemblies, test equipment, missile assemblies, tools, gauges, molds, dies, and fixtures.
• Sets up and operates a variety of manual machines, utilizing general machining practices and optimum utilization of the tooling/set-ups required with minimal direct supervision.
• Utilizes advanced mathematical and problem solving skills.
• Applies a comprehensive knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Uses a variety of Standard Inspection Equipment (SIE) to maintain integrity of conformance to part tolerances during fabrication.
• Performs off line programming using Master Cam/conversational software to setup and fabricate complex precision developmental parts and potential pre-production parts.
• Produce parts out of materials ranging from standard to exotic.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Six years of recent experience in a Tool & Die or Journeyman Machinist occupation.
• Ability to setup and operate conventional Tool room machines, i.e., Mills, Lathes, and Grinders.
• Ability to work from blueprints.
• High School Diploma or Equivalency (GED).
• Must be able to work any designated shift to include overnight.
• Must pass practical test within 30days of hiring into this position or upon promotion.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. secret clearance prior to the start date. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• The ability to obtain and maintain an Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Access (ATF) clearance.

OR

• An AAS in Machine Tool Technology or equivalent technical education
• Pass a practical test within thirty days of entering the occupation.
• High School Diploma or Equivalency (GED).
• Must be able to work any designated shift to include overnight.
• Must pass practical test within 30days of hiring into this position or upon promotion.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. secret clearance prior to the start date. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• The ability to obtain and maintain an Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Access (ATF) clearance.

What We Offer

Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the superior benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

Additional Details

This position is part of a collective bargaining agreement. Wage and work place conditions, including shift times, are subject to this agreement. Individuals hired into this position will be represented by a union.

This position requires the eligibility to obtain a security clearance. Non-US citizens may not be eligible 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.

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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