Thin Films Production Specialist S2

Prattwhitney; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX in Goleta, California is hiring a Thin Films Production Specialist for an onsite role. You will support optical and metal coating processes, perform photolithography, metrology, and packaging, and work with cross-functional teams to maintain production flow.

The position requires US citizenship, ability to obtain a security clearance, and experience with deposition equipment and laboratory safety. First shift, 8:00am–5:00pm, onsite duties apply.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Experience with deposition or photolithography equipment and maintaining ESD, Safety, and security protocols.
• Familiarity with lab safety practices and gowning requirements.

Responsibilities

• Clean optics and maintain deposition chambers.
• Prepare sources and deposit coatings in chambers.
• Perform photolithography, measurements, defect mapping, and packaging.
• Conduct critical metrology like spectral evaluation and wafer flatness.
• Coordinate cross-functional workflow to track WIP and address production issues.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Attention to detail

Cross-functional teamwork

Training/cross-training

Safety protocols

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Production tracking systems

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-22 Country: United States of America Location: US-CA-GOLETA-B02 ~ 75 Coromar Dr ~ BLDG B02 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.

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.

A Thin Films Production Specialist must demonstrate a safety-first work routine, have a proficient understanding of the technical aspects associated with his/her assigned process and the ability to work with process engineering or management to resolve production issues. The individual needs to be able to coordinate workflow with co-workers and effectively communicate cross functionally and train or cross train as required. The individual in this position will perform a variety of tasks in support of the optical and metal coating processes and inspections where they will be expected to perform the processes, rely on moderate experience and judgement to plan and accomplish tasks, solve problems, adapt new procedures, and act as a resource for others under minimal supervision.

1st Shift: 8:00am-5:00pm in Goleta, California. This is an onsite position.

What You Will Do

• Cleaning of optics and maintenance of chambers
• Source preparation and deposition of coatings in chambers
• Photolithography, measurements, defect mapping, and packaging.
• Critical metrology like spectral evaluation, metal thickness, and wafer flatness
• Cross functional communication and teamwork to track WIP, move production, and address production issues in a timely manner

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Minimum 1 years combined or related photolithography or optical deposition experience
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
• U.S. Citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
• Experience with deposition or photolithography equipment with the ability to maintain all ESD, Safety, and security protocols
• Experience in Microsoft Office and production tracking systems
• Ability to work safely with various deposition processing equipment, chemicals, and raw production materials in a lab setting with basic gowning requirements
• Interpersonal communication skills and rigorous attention to detail, receiving and providing cross training efforts
• Understanding of FOD and FOD reduction methods and concerns

What We Offer

• 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.

Equal Opportunity

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.

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 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in 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.