Materials Science Engineering Jobs in California

Date Posted:

2026-05-20

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-M02 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG M02

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

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.

The Materials and Process Engineering Department, which functions within Hardware Engineering, is looking for a Materials Engineer to join our Advanced Materials Section in Tucson, AZ.  A qualified candidate will have a background in materials science and/or engineering.  This position will offer a qualified candidate the opportunity to support research, development, and implementation of solutions to key issues. A candidate must be able to manage and coordinate simultaneous tasks within set schedule requirements. This candidate will become part of a multi-disciplined team, and will be mentored and trained by subject matter experts.

What You Will Do

• You will work with subject matter experts in ceramics and other materials, supporting processing and characterization.

• You will be collecting data and compiling the data and observations/results to report to internal and external customers.

• You will gain mentorship and shoulder-to-shoulder empirical experience from the senior engineers.

• You will work independently or with teams to solve materials challenges.

• Travel requirements: as needed to support programs and work with vendors

What You Will Learn

• You will learn about advanced materials and their uses, including ceramics and composites

• You will learn how to characterize and evaluate various materials, measuring mechanical, thermal, and electrical properties

• You will learn how to select the correct material for specific applications and troubleshoot material related failures

• You will learn how to work with suppliers to support manufacturing efforts

• You will learn about the maturation and development process of materials within Raytheon

• You will learn about various material challenges related to high temperature applications and have the opportunity to work on new solutions to these challenges

The Materials Engineer II job is in Tucson, AZ and the position is onsite.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires A University Degree or equivalent experience
  and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field.

• Experience in ceramics or coatings or composite materials

Qualifications We Prefer

• Bachelor's Degree in Materials Science/Engineering, Ceramics, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, or related disciplines.

• Experience working on programs, projects, or products associated with the Defense Industry

• Strong verbal and communication skills, proven capability interacting with cross-functional teams, interacting with teammates of varied experience (students, professors, industry members)

• Good analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work both in groups and independently, often with guidance of more senior colleagues.

• Demonstrate multi-task capabilities in fast paced environment.

• Experience with mechanical and/or chemical analysis methods and characterization techniques

• Ability to write concise technical reports summarizing analyses

• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Strong communication, interpersonal, planning and time management skills

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.

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• 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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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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