Weekend Explosives Engineer Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

Date Posted:
2026-04-15
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-AZ-TUCSON-801 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 801 (External Site)
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: DoD Clearance: Secret
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. *Starting Pay Rate: $28.32* What You Will Do * This position requires working a weekend shift on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM (30 minute unpaid lunch).
* Functional and operational tests on electronic, pneumatic, electromechanical, and/or mechanical production items. * Operate standard, commercial, and specialized test equipment to ensure compliance and/or conformance to engineering, military, and manufacturing specifications.
* Ensure compliance and conformance to specified quality control methods, procedures, and standards.
* Plan, setup, and perform functional, operational, environmental, and specialized testing under all conditions.
* May be required to perform functions with or without predetermined test procedures or limited instructions on electrical, electronic, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic, experimental, developmental, electromechanical sub-systems, units, measuring and testing devices.
* The laying out, fabrication, assembly, modification, diagnosing, troubleshooting, repairing and inspection of production, prototype, commercial and special items. Qualifications You Must Have * High School Diploma or Equivalency (GED) and have three (3) years of experience in functional electronic, electromechanical, and/or mechanical production items. This also includes: operational test using specialized testing under various types of laboratory and production environments; or hold an AAS in electronic technology; or equivalent technical education or training.
* Must be able to work any designated shift to include overnight.
* Must possess ability to interpret engineering, military, and manufacturing specifications.
* Must have fabricated, assembled, diagnosed, troubleshot and required production, prototype, and commercial items.
* Must have experience in determining causes of malfunctions, recommending rework, and making necessary adjustments.
* The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. secret clearance prior to the start date. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
* The ability to obtain and maintain an Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Access (ATF) clearance. 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. Learn More & Apply Now! * RTX solves some of the toughest challenges in aerospace and defense. That requires expansive thinking and bold innovation.
* 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. Union Specific Information: This position is part of a collective bargaining agreement. Wage and workplace conditions, including shift times, are subject to this agreement. Individuals hired into this position will be represented by a union. Clearance Information: This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm . 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. 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. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms