Date Posted:2026-06-18
Country:United States of America
Location:US-CA-EL SEGUNDO-E01 ~ 2000 E El Segundo Blvd ~ BLDG E01
Position Role Type:Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required
Security Clearance Status: Not Required
What You Will Do- Operate laboratory and manufacturing equipment
- Perform materials analysis & characterization
- Investigate opportunities for process improvements
- Design of experiments
- Produce and evaluate polymeric materials such as adhesives, paints and resins
- Perform chemical and mechanical testing of materials
- Analyze test data and prepare technical reports
- Material Obsolescence solution - Formulation, material characterization, and qualification of replacement materials
- Interact with engineers, subject matter experts, production personnel, and management to create/update clear, concise, and accurate M&P specifications and other process documents.
What You Will LearnThe candidate will develop expertise in operating advanced laboratory and manufacturing equipment to analyze and characterize the properties of metallic and non-metallic materials, including polymers, adhesives, paints, and resins. They will gain familiarity with processes such as thin film deposition, chemical analysis (e.g., FTIR, ICP, DSC, DMA), mechanical testing, and material obsolescence solutions. The role will also enhance skills in designing experiments, analyzing test data, and preparing technical reports. Additionally, the engineer will learn how to formulate, evaluate, and qualify replacement materials, ensuring compliance with safety regulations such as OSHA and Cal-OSHA. Interaction with cross-functional teams, including engineers, production personnel, and management, will build collaborative and communication skills, particularly in drafting and updating material and process specifications. The position offers the opportunity to deepen knowledge in materials science, process improvement, and working within the aerospace and defense industry.
The Materials and Process Engineer I job is in El Segundo, CA and the position is onsite.Qualifications You Must Have - Typically requires A University Degree or equivalent experience and less than 2 years prior relevant experience.
- Experience in wet chemistry and laboratory equipment (microscopes, viscometer, mixers, Instron, etc.)
- Experience in OSHA, Cal-OSHA, local laboratory/chemical safety regulations, laboratory protocols, handling hazardous materials, proper industrial hygiene and personal protective equipment
Qualifications We Prefer- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Materials or Chemical Engineering or Metallurgy or Materials and Process Engineering or equivalent
- Expertise in material properties, mechanical testing and analysis.
- Expertise in polymers and adhesives
- Experience in material failure analysis, corrosion protection, conformal coating, design of experiment materials development, and/or qualification
- Strong practical knowledge in chemistry
- Familiar with test equipment including FTIR, GC, viscometer, DMA, TGA and DSC
- Prior experience in DoD or Aerospace
- Experience writing specs and reports using MS Office
- Ability to stand on your feet for extended period, with proper ergonomic breaks
- Experience in aerospace industry specifications and best practices.
What We Offer- 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.
Learn More & Apply Now!- Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role. Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.
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The salary range for this role is 62,900 USD - 119,700 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) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance.
This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.
RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.
