Materials Characterization Engineer

What You Will Do

The individual will work on multi-disciplinary teams to develop and execute complex materials characterization and investigation plans. Communication of results and scientific interpretation is expected through preparation of professional technical reports and presentations. The candidate may manage small to medium projects that require advanced knowledge of materials characterization instruments. They frequently work autonomously with limited oversight from the group manager, occasionally coach and review the work of less senior professionals, and collaborate with others regarding policies, practices, and procedures.

You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.
• Direct experience with a variety of materials characterization methods is required.
• Hands‑on experience with at least several of the following capabilities in a professional environment is required:
  Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM, FIB) and associated analytical techniques (EDS, EBSD, WDS, etc.), Optical Microscopy.

We Prefer

• PhD in Materials Science & Engineering or related field.
• Focused Ion Beam (FIB) experience.
• X‑ray Computed Tomography (CT) experience.
• TEM experience.
• Image Analysis.

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.