Production Machine Operator

Raytheon; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; 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

Employee Scholar Program

parental leave

paid time off

holidays

Job summary

Raytheon in Tucson, AZ is seeking a CNC Machinist to set up and operate conventional and CNC machines to produce complex precision parts. The role requires reading blueprints and following work orders, with attention to tool wear, offsets, and quality control using inspection equipment.

Qualified candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED, 2+ years of recent CNC and conventional machining experience, and the ability to work any shift including overnight. ATF clearance may be required.

Qualifications

• Reads and follows verbal and written instructions such as work orders and blueprints.
• Operates CNC and conventional machines to produce precision parts.
• Uses inspection equipment (micrometers, calipers, gauges) to verify tolerances.
• Performs tool wear evaluation and changes to milling/ drilling tools.
• Can make minor CNC program edits (tool stations, spindle direction).
• Possesses flexibility to work any shift, including overnight.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain ATF clearance.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates conventional and CNC machines to produce precision parts from various materials.
• Keeps setups within tolerance using knowledge of tools, geometry, feeds, speeds, and blueprints.
• Uses Standard Inspection Equipment to assure quality during machining operations.
• Removes burrs and sharp edges on metallic and nonmetallic parts.
• Maintains surface finishes and tolerances per blueprint/planning requirements.

Skills

CNC Machining

Conventional Machines

Inspection Equipment

Blueprint Reading

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Machine Tool Technology-Certificate

Tools

CNC Programming

Job description

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

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

Date Posted: 2026-08-04

Country: United States of America

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

Job Description: 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: $24.50*

What You Will Do

• Sets up and operates conventional and CNC (Computer Numerically Controlled) machines on proved-in complex precision production parts that are produced from materials varying from standard to exotic.
• Must maintain quality of set ups using skills that require a comprehensive knowledge of tools, tool geometry, feeds, speeds, and blueprint/ planning.
• Utilising project and SIE (Standard Inspection Equipment) to ensure quality assurance while performing machining operations.
• Performs the removal of burrs and sharp edges on any metallic and nonmetallic fabricated parts.
• Must maintain acceptable finishes and hold part tolerances as specified by blueprint/planning requirements using a variety of manual and power equipment.
• Sets up and operates a variety of rotary, vibrating and tumbling equipment, along with grit blasting.
• Sets up and operates all relevant material prep equipment and accessories utilizing proper speeds and feeds to perform necessary shearing and cutting.
• Unit requires working with and using any available magnification or visual enhancement equipment (i.e. Standard microscopes, eye loops, optic visors) on a variety of small parts.

Qualifications You Must Have

• High School Diploma or Equivalency (GED).
• Two years recent experience within the last 4 years operating CNC and conventional machines.
• Works from verbal and written operation instructions such as, work orders, CNC data sheets, and blueprints.
• Ability to use inspection equipment, such as micrometers, dial calipers, thread gauges, plug gauges, and air gauges.
• Performs necessary machine and tooling offset changes to maintain setup.
• Evaluates tool wear and changes tools such as mills, inserts, drills, and reamers.
• Must be able to make minor edits to the CNC program such as tool stations and spindle direction.
• Must be able to work any designated shift to include overnight.
• The ability to obtain and maintain an Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Access (ATF) clearance.

Or ALL of the following

• Machine Tool Technology-Certificate: For (Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machinist Concentration).
• Have completed the above Certificate Program with a minimum of a 3.5 grade point average.
• High School Diploma or Equivalency (GED).
• Must be able to work any designated shift to include overnight.
• The ability to obtain and maintain an Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Access (ATF) 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: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Union Specific Information

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

Clearance Information

Clearance Information: This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), 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 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.

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

Compensation Incentive Programs

• annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs

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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