Materials Engineer I

RTX (Raytheon); Andover (MA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Materials Engineer to support a major Packaging and Handling assessment for Northeast facilities. The role emphasizes evaluating materials, reviewing documentation, and developing packaging requirements for incoming parts.

It will transition to steady-state duties including testing, COA review, and compliance verification. Ideal candidates have a STEM degree, strong Excel data analysis skills, and hands-on lab experience, with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM is required.
• Proficiency in Excel for data analysis and statistics.
• Hands-on wet-lab techniques and safe chemical handling.
• US citizenship and ability to obtain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate drawings and specs of incoming parts to define packaging and handling requirements.
• Collaborate with SMEs to understand material use, environment, and manufacturing needs.
• Review data sheets and COAs; provide recommendations based on engineering judgment.
• Document findings and help embed packaging/handling requirements into standards and coding.
• Develop and test procedures, fixtures, and test setups for new processes.
• Conduct hands-on material testing and ensure compliance with specifications when transitioning to steady-state.

Skills

Excel data analysis

Lab techniques

Chemical handling

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-06

Country: United States of America

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

Position Role Type: Onsite

Immigration Status Requirements

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. 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

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

About the Role

At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.

The Materials Engineer will support a major Packaging and Handling (P&H) assessment effort for Northeast facilities. This role will focus initially on evaluating materials, reviewing documentation, and developing packaging/handling requirements for incoming parts. Following the completion of this project, the role will transition into steady-state responsibilities involving maintaining P&H requirements, incoming material testing, review of Certificates of Analysis, and verification of compliance to specifications. The position requires strong analytical skills, collaboration with subject matter experts, and hands‑on laboratory experience.

What You Will Do

• Evaluate drawings and specifications of incoming parts to determine appropriate packaging and handling requirements based on material characteristics.
• Engage with subject matter experts to understand material usage, environmental sensitivities, and manufacturing considerations.
• Review material documentation, specifications, and technical data sheets; develop recommendations based on engineering judgement.
• Clearly document findings and support integration of packaging/handling requirements into formal coding and standards.
• Follow established protocols and contribute to the development of new test plans, fixtures, and custom test setups.
• As the project transitions to steady-state responsibilities, you will also: Conduct hands‑on material testing using standard laboratory techniques and equipment to verify compliance with required specifications.
• Review Certificates of Analysis (COAs) and confirm adherence to material, chemical, and performance requirements.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between COAs and specifications in collaboration with suppliers, quality, and engineering teams.
• Maintain accurate documentation of incoming inspections, validation activities, and material test results.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis, evaluating plots and experimental data sets, performing statistical analysis, and generating technical summaries
• Hands‑on experience performing general wet laboratory procedures, such as sample preparation, dilutions, and safe handling of chemicals within a laboratory environment
• The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Background in metallurgy, materials science, chemistry, or a related discipline.
• Experience working with material specifications, coatings, finishes, or environmental durability assessments.
• Familiarity with packaging and environment requirements for sensitive or complex hardware.
• Hands‑on experience with laboratory testing techniques and equipment.
• Strong documentation skills and ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional subject matter experts.

Role Type Information

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.

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.

The salary range for this role is 57,200 USD - 108,800 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,