Metal Fabrication and Welding Technician

Location

6880 S Tucson Blvd, Tucson, AZ

United States of America

Onsite

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

DoD Clearance:
Secret

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

The Metal Fabrication and Welding Technician is responsible for executing a variety of mechanical fabrication efforts at an exceptional level, while collaborating in an integrated team environment with fellow support technicians, engineers, and internal and external engineering customers. Primary responsibilities include welding and fabricating premium quality parts and assemblies from metal. Report to the Mechanical Prototyping and Fabrication Section Lead within the Engineering Prototyping and Fabrication department (the Bike Shop).

• Metal fabrication of critical prototype, aerospace parts and test assemblies using various types of metal fabrication tools.
• Use of general machine shop tools and support equipment including the use of typical dimensional measuring tools.
• Work with basic sketches and underdeveloped drawing packages as well as model renderings.
• Responsible for all aspects of fabrication including part/machine setup, safe equipment operation, part inspection, managing their workload, supporting customers’ schedules, delegating, and coordinating work when required.
• Work in a multi-program-controlled area.

• Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
• A minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience welding MIG, and TIG.
• A minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience with press breaks, rollers, sheet metal forming tools.
• A minimum of six (6) years of interpreting mechanical blueprints / technical drawings with the ability to fabricate the requested parts.
• Experience inspecting fabricated parts using standard precision measuring instruments to ensure tolerances are met.

• Basic experience in the development and manipulation of computer-generated 3D models in Creo, or similar CAD system.
• Computer experience – Windows, MS Office products.

• 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.

This position is located in beautiful Tucson, AZ. Tucson has a friendly, caring and laid-back atmosphere, combined with the innovation and energy of a metropolitan region and recognized as one of America’s 10 Best Small Cities. Surrounded by beautiful mountains, colorful Sonoran Desert landscape and majestic saguaro cacti, Tucson is blessed with some of nature’s best work. Tucson is known for its bright blue skies, and with more than 310 sunny days per year, Tucson’s fantastic weather lets residents enjoy the outdoors year-round.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

Salary range: 53,100 USD - 100,900 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 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…