Quality Technician

Position

Quality Staff Technician – 1st Shift, Andover, MA

Andover, MA – 350 Lowell St., Essex Bldg

Onsite; U.S. citizen required for a U.S. Secret security clearance.

Weekdays (7:00AM–4:00PM or 8:00AM–5:00PM), 9/80 or 5/40 schedule.

• Hands‑on inspection of compound semiconductor MMIC (Monolithic Multilayer Integrated Circuits) devices.
• Interpret MIL and ANSI specifications and component drawings to make quality dispositions of suspect nonconformances.
• Physically inspect deliverable hardware and review manufacturing documentation required by process, technical data package, and contractual flowdowns.
• Support continuous‑improvement initiatives to strengthen manufacturing systems, processes, and products.
• Assist in operator training where process feedback indicates a need.
• Summarize and communicate audit and inspection findings.
• Work in a clean‑room environment with stringent protocols (e.g., bunny suit, no make‑up, perfume, jewelry, smart‑watch).

• AA/AS degree or other 2‑year post‑high‑school training.
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing/factory environment as an assembler, operator, or inspector.
• 6years of experience in general hardware inspection.
• Experience performing accept/reject quality assessments in a manufacturing setting.
• Experience following work instructions and interpreting drawings and contractual flowdowns.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government‑issued Secret security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship.

• Experience in semiconductor fabrication and/or manufacturing environments.
• Experience inspecting MMICs with knowledge of industry standards such as MIL‑STD‑883.
• Microscope operation experience.
• Previous work in a represented (union) workforce environment.
• Experience administering quality workmanship standards.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate multiple activities with minimal supervision.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to discuss concerns with operations and support teams.
• Ownership and accountability, problem‑solving skills.
• Team‑oriented, proactive decision‑making.
• ASQ Certified Inspector or experience with First‑Article Inspection (FAI).
• Experience using Eyelit and/or CMES software for data entry.
• Computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite.

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, parental leave, paid time off, holidays, and incentive compensation programs are available to eligible employees.

$53,100 – $100,900 USD (based on experience, education, and role).

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, veteran status, or any other protected class.