Contract Process Engineer Jobs in Boston, MA (NOW HIRING)

Date Posted:

2026-03-18

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MA-ANDOVER-AR2 ~ 362 Lowell St ~ AR2 PLYMOUTH BLDG

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:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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. 

Job Summary:

As a member of the RF Microelectronics (RFM) Department, the individual would provide process and manufacturing engineering support for Raytheon’s microelectronics foundry in Andover, MA. The role of process code engineer is responsible for all aspects of manufacturing execution to fabricate and deliver compound semiconductor wafers to internal, DoD, or external customers.

The ideal candidate will have a broad understanding of semiconductor tools, processing techniques, microelectronic circuit testing, and circuit design with individual expertise in one or more of these areas. The candidate will use statistical process control methods and lean manufacturing methods to reduce rework and scrap and increase efficiency in the process line.  The ability to work well in small, cross-functional teams is essential.

What You Will Do:

• High degree of hands-on engineering work with presence on the manufacturing floor (fab cleanroom)
• Dispositioning wafers (critical thinking to determine scrap, rework, accept)
• Reviewing in-line electrical data trends and process control metrics
• Investigating scrap and rework events with root cause tools and approaches
• Maintaining technical documentation (recipes, out-of-control action plans, FMEAs)
• Collaborating with the operations, quality, and engineering staff in dynamic team settings
• Managing changing projects and priorities depending on the nature of the problems and the commitments to customers or other project leads.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics.(STEM)
• A minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience with semiconductor processing tools and techniques including photolithography, wet and dry etching, metals evaporation, metrology tools, and/or automated inspection systems
• Experience with semiconductor device structures, their electrical characteristics & Manufacturing Execution Systems
• Experience in statistical process control and lean manufacturing methods
• The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Understanding of III-V compound semiconductor devices particularly Gallium Nitride and Gallium Arsenide HEMTs and SLS IR detectors
• Experience with characterizing, understanding, and improving semiconductor device quality and reliability
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate ideas and data effectively
• Ability to lead and coordinate technical projects with cross-functional teams.

What We Offer:

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

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.

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) 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 Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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