Plasma Etch Engineer

The Material Processing Manufacturing Engineering Department centers on development and production support for assembly methods, materials, and processes for current and next‑generation microwave and mmWave products, with a heavy emphasis on cutting‑edge automation and materials. The role involves close collaboration with product, quality, reliability, tooling, industrial engineers and operations leaders to support product manufacturing.

• Support low‑volume, high‑mix production with on‑site responsiveness to factory equipment, processes, materials, and product problems.
• Develop and execute new product builds, typically with automated equipment, providing creative solutions for next‑generation designs.
• Ensure processes meet product quality requirements, such as J‑STD‑001, MIL‑STD‑883, MIL‑PRF‑38534, and IPC.
• Lead process improvement projects to enhance factory productivity through new technologies, material qualification, and more.
• Participate in capital equipment down‑selection and integration for current and future business needs.
• Communicate technical information effectively across cross‑functional teams.

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and at least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with plasma etch processes and equipment.
• Manufacturing experience with surface mount technology (SMT), microelectronics and automated assembly equipment.
• Proficiency in Statistical Process Control (SPC), statistical data analysis, and Design of Experiments (DOE) techniques.
• U.S. citizenship required to obtain and maintain a U.S. government‑issued security clearance.

• Familiarity with J‑STD‑001, MIL‑STD‑883, MIL‑PRF‑38534, and IPC standards.
• Technical writing experience for operator instructions, process/material qualification reports, and vendor statements of work.
• Experience resolving technical issues within a multi‑disciplined engineering team.
• Experience with material properties or automated equipment.
• Proficiency with Office 365 programs.

$68,900 – $131,100 USD

• No relocation assistance for this role.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability.
• 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, and flexible work schedules.
• Employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.
• Eligibility for annual short‑term and/or long‑term incentive compensation programs, depending on level and collective‑bargaining agreement.
• U.S. based role; appropriate pay structure and benefits apply if the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory.

This position requires a security clearance. More information about security clearances can be found at: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..htm

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.