Raytheon
ChemicalsandMaterialsEngineer
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“Chemicals and Materials Engineer at Raytheon. Skills: Materials Engineering, Chemical Analysis, material testing. Test a wide array of materials for compliance with drawings, specifications, and program applications. Work in a “wet lab, ” observing all safety procedures and common lab protocols”
Industry & Context.
innovative solutions to nonstandard problems
Active and transferable U. S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date, U. S. citizenship is required, Ability to obtain INTERIM U. S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date, Onsite position, 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.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Experience in Materials Engineering or Chemical Analysis, Active and transferable U. S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date, U. S. citizenship is required, Ability to obtain INTERIM U. S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date
Nice to Have
Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science and Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Chemistry majors, Experience reading and interpreting technical specifications, An understanding of material testing/analysis such as hardness, adhesion tests, sample preparation procedures, and cross sectioning, Experience in performing and managing high volume, highly technical work
What You'll Do.
Test a wide array of materials for compliance with drawings
and program applications
” observing all safety procedures and common lab protocols
Write scientific reports using generated data to support technical dispositions
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaboration
Full Job Description
**Date Posted:** 2026-05-08 **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. This position will offer a qualified candidate the opportunity to work in Raytheon’s Materials and Process Engineering (M&PE) Department, servicing all of Raytheon with innovative solutions to nonstandard problems. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to work in M&PE’s world class lab, performing hands-on-testing of adhesives, elastomers, polymers, tapes, composites, metals, and various other production materials vital to the success of our products. **What You Will Do** * Test a wide array of materials for compliance with drawings, specifications, and program applications. * Work in a “wet lab,” observing all safety procedures and common lab protocols. * Write scientific reports using generated data to support technical dispositions. * What You Will Learn: * How to perform material testing using FTIR, DSC, hardness gauges, mechanical testing machines, and more * How to follow written test instructions and test a wide array of materials for compliance * Reading a
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