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The following position is to join our RTX Corporate, Enterprise Services, Research Center or BBN team:

For more than 90 years the RTX Technology Research Center (RTRC) has operated as a multidisciplinary group of experts collaborating on groundbreaking innovations. Our team includes some of the world's leading scientists, researchers and engineers working to anticipate the discoveries destined to change everything, and they transform that research into the solutions and products that help our businesses shape the future of aerospace and defense. Our unique talent, experience and resources allow us to deliver rapid responses to critical, time-sensitive challenges and develop breakthroughs for a safer, more connected world.

The RTX Technology Research Center (RTRC) is seeking a highly motivated individual for the position of Lead Toolmaker. The candidate will join the Prototyping Team which specializes in the manufacture of prototype and test rig hardware for internal and external research programs across a variety of technical areas including combustion, electrification, heat transfer, and manufacturing, amongst many others. The successful candidate will be responsible for the development and execution of manufacturing plans for complex hardware and systems which push the boundaries of technology. The individual will participate in project meetings, assist in manufacturing process development, support design reviews, and produce hardware for testing, demo, and evaluation. The team works in a fast-paced, R&D environment alongside leading scientists and colleagues from across RTRC and the greater RTX organization (including Collins Aerospace, Pratt and Whitney, and Raytheon) to conceive, develop, and demonstrate next generation technologies for Aerospace and Defense applications.

What You Will Do:

Candidates are expected to have both technical depth and breadth and be highly adaptable with regards to manufacturing practices and techniques. The successful candidate will work with a variety of internal and external customers on unique fabrication assignments relating to test hardware and prototypes. Must demonstrate commitment to safety & continuous improvement, registered standards, company policy, integrity, ethics, and legal compliance. The candidate must have a strong skill base using both CNC and conventional machining methods. The candidate will be required to work with minimum supervision to process plan their own work, devise part fixture schemes, complete set-up operations, perform all necessary machining operations, and inspect final hardware. In addition, the candidate will be required to work with external suppliers and prioritize work to best accomplish all assignments while meeting or exceeding quality, delivery and price metrics. The successful candidate will possess strong written and verbal communication skills and be able to interact with internal technical staff, business unit customers and external suppliers to clarify work details and/or to discuss job progress.

Qualifications You Must Have

• A minimum of 4 years of technical high school or 2 years of apprenticeship or other post high school training preferred. Four or more years in a prototype machine shop or similar environment required.
• Proficient with set-up and operation of various CNC machines (mill/lathe) and use of conventional machining techniques
• Capable of process planning, selection of tools and feeds & speeds for various materials have experience working to tight tolerances and experience using various inspection tools to verify conformance of finished work piece to specifications
• Proficient in reading and interpreting 2-D drawings and GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and have knowledge of Computer-Aided Design and Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAD/CAM) software and/or conversational programming and have a working knowledge of computers and Microsoft applications
• U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen or Permanent U.S. Resident/Green Card) required.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with SolidWorks and CAMWorks or Siemens NX CAD/CAM software, experience writing programs for Proto-Trak Mills and Lathes
• Previous experience in aerospace and defense manufacturing, knowledge of Global Trade Compliance requirements and the ability to accurately estimate fabrication costs and schedule
• Experience with CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) arm and/or optical comparator, experience in simultaneous 5-axis programming and machining
• Ability to machine intricate and precise parts from a variety of materials including nickel superalloys and titanium alloys, and the ability to hold tolerances as close as +/- .0002 and experience with machining of additively manufactured components
• Ability to produce basic to moderate complexity hardware directly from sketches, prints, or CAD models, experience with wire or sinker electrical discharge machining and a thorough understanding of metallic properties

What We Offer:

Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

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Work Location

This is a on-site role, eligible candidates must reside within commuting distance of East Hartford, CT.
Relocation Eligible: No

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role:
On-site: Employees who are working in on-site roles will work daily onsite.

#reempowerprogram

This role is also eligible for the Re-Empower Program. The Re-Empower Program helps support talented and committed professionals as they rebuild their capabilities, enhance leadership skills, and continue their professional journey. Over the course of the 14-week program, experienced professionals will gain paid, on-the-job experience, have an opportunity to participate in sessions with leadership, develop personalized plans for success and receive coaching to guide their return-to-work experience. Upon completion of the program, based on performance and contributions participants will be eligible for a career at RTX.

Minimum Program Qualifications:

To qualify for the RTX, Re-Empower Program, candidates should:

• Be on a career break of one or more year at time of application
• Have prior experience in functional area of interest
• Have interest in returning in either a full-time or part-time position

The salary range for this role is 48,000 USD - 116,000 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.

RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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