Sr Engineer, Automation Sys Eng( SC - 2nd shift)

Prattwhitney; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 82,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Tucson is seeking a Sr Engineer for Automation Systems on the 2nd shift. This role focuses on sustaining and improving robotic assembly lines, requiring advanced engineering skills and a robust background in automation technologies. Candidates will work in a collaborative environment, tackling complex engineering challenges while contributing to cutting-edge projects in aerospace and defense.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

Retirement plans

Parental leave

Flexible work schedules

Qualifications

• Typically requires 5 years of experience in controls or automation engineering.
• Experience troubleshooting manufacturing equipment is crucial.
• Ability to obtain DoD security clearance is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Triage and recover faults on custom robotics.
• Continuously improve automation systems.
• Create electrical schematics for applications.

Skills

Controls engineering

Automation engineering

Troubleshooting

Robotics

PLC programming

Electrical schematics

Education

STEM University Degree

Tools

Rockwell PLCs

Fanuc Robotics

Machine vision

Job description

Sr Engineer, Automation Sys Eng( SC - 2nd shift) page is loaded

Sr Engineer, Automation Sys Eng( SC - 2nd shift)

Apply locations AZ201: RMS AP Bldg 801 1151 East Hermans Road Building 801, Tucson, AZ, 85756 USA time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id 01775692

Date Posted:

2025-06-20

Country:

United States of America

Location:

AZ201: RMS AP Bldg 801 1151 East Hermans Road Building 801, Tucson, AZ, 85756 USA

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:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Sr Engineer, Sustainment Automation Systems Engineer (Effectors) – 2nd Shift Onsite Tucson (hours are 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM)

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.

Raytheon Industry 4.0 – Connected Factory & Intelligence (CFI&A) has an immediate opportunity for an enthusiastic, highly motivated, and innovative Automation Systems Engineer (ASE) team member within the Effectors portfolio, focusing on Sustainment of state-of-the-art robotic assembly cells.

The role includes sustaining and continuous improvement of physical automation solutions (robots, PLCs, HMIs, and vision systems) and the accompanying spares & service requirements thereof. The ability to actively manage and adapt to new problems on the factory floor is a critical aspect of the role.

What You Will Learn

This role will merge technical, manufacturing, and business knowledge to drive new innovations across Raytheon. The role has a foundation in controls engineering and will allow for knowledge growth on advanced robotic equipment that is transforming the way that Raytheon assembles product. Learning the intricacies of every custom cell and overcoming the inevitable equipment challenges, including mechanical, electrical, and programming, will be paramount to your success. The candidate will work in a highly collaborative team of automation systems engineers onsite in Tuscan, AZ

What You Will Do:

• Initial triage and recovery of faults on 15+ pieces of custom robotics around the factory
• Continuously improve and troubleshoot automation systems, primarily on Robotics, PLCs, Automated Guided Vehicles, and Vision Systems
• Integrate and manage spares inventory for active and upcoming systems
• Manage service contracts and preventative maintenance of custom robotics
• Create electrical schematics for internally developed applications
• Liaise with manufacturing engineering and operators to understand and resolve issues

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a STEM University Degree or equivalent experience with 5 years of experience in controls engineering or automation engineering
• Experience troubleshooting manufacturing equipment
• Experience with Rockwell PLCs, HMIs and the accompanying software
• Fanuc Robotics experience
• Machine vision experience
• Experience creating electrical schematics per NRTL guidelines
• Ability to obtain Interim Secret DoD U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Active DoD Secret Clearance
• Keyence, Cognex, iRVision experience
• Structured text experience
• CORE certification

What We Offer:

Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a 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 benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care. For this role, relocation assistance is not available. 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.

Learn More & Apply Now!

RTX solves some of the toughest challenges in aerospace and defense. That requires expansive thinking and bold innovation – and that, in turn, requires a culture that is based on Trust, Respect, Accountability and Collaboration.

We embrace individuality and collaboration of thought to fuel opportunity for our employees, our customers, and our communities. We work toward progress, knowing that a more inclusive world is critical to our mission. Not just in this moment, but always.

* Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

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.

This position is 2nd Shift Onsite Tucson (hours are 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM)

This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSACAS), 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

We Are RTX

The salary range for this role is 82,000 USD - 164,000 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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