Materials Management Engineer II

Date Posted:

Country:
United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-807A ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 807A

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 Type:
Secret - Current

Security Clearance Status:
Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

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.

The Materials and Process Engineering (M&PE) team in Tucson, AZ plays a critical role in advancing product and process excellence through cutting‑edge material development, in‑process verification, and analytical services. Comprised of a diverse team of engineers and scientists with expertise in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Metallurgy, and more, M&PE provides comprehensive support to RTX programs, suppliers, and end users.

In this role, the selected candidate will primarily work on analyzing data, creating technical recommendations, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams to evaluate a wide range of materials including adhesives, elastomers, polymers, tapes, composites, and metals. This role will focus on resolving material availability issues to support program and operational requirements. Additionally, this position will drive compliance, cost efficiency, and continuous improvement in material management practices.

• Coordinate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain to resolve issues related to procurement of material to ensure material availability and alignment with program timelines
• Support virtual or in‑office technical discussions with suppliers and end users to address material‑related inquiries.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and minimize waste in the materials management lifecycle
• Ensure compliance with policies, government regulations and contractual obligations related to materials management

The Materials Management Engineer II job is in Tucson, AZ and the position is onsite.

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field.
• Experience in material testing and characterization techniques (e.g., spectroscopy, microscopy, mechanical testing, FTIR, DSC, SEM). Proficiency in documenting findings and presenting technical results

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science and Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Chemistry.
• Experience working in the aerospace, defense, or related high‑tech industry.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and guidelines related to material storage, handling, and shelf life (e.g., MIL‑STD, ASTM).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to document findings and present insights to stakeholders.

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value:
  Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 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)…