Materials Engineer II

Prattwhitney; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off

Flexible work schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Materials Engineer in Andover, MA to support a major Packaging and Handling assessment. The role will evolve to maintain P&H requirements, test incoming materials, review COAs, and verify compliance with specifications.

The position requires a STEM degree, hands-on lab experience, and the ability to obtain a US security clearance. Onsite work and collaboration with engineers are essential to success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in STEM and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Hands-on wet laboratory procedures and safe handling of chemicals.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 judgment.
• 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.
• 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.

Skills

Excel data analysis

Laboratory techniques

Analytical troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's 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 - U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or 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.

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? 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 judgment.
• 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.
• 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) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field.
• 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.
• Ability to troubleshoot analytical instrument problems, perform analysis, and interpret data.
• 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.

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.

Relocation Eligibility

Relocation Eligibility.

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
• Innovation

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 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.

Benefits

• 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
• Annual short-term incentive compensation programs, depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
• Annual long-term incentive compensation programs, depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

This role is a US-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a US 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Company Overview

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 195000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries of 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.