Job Description
Date Posted: 2026-01-20
Country: United States of America
Location: US-VA-CHESAPEAKE-305 ~ 1100 International Plz ~ BLDG 305
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: None/Not Required
Security Clearance Status: Not Required
Job Description
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.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Electro-Mechanical Assembler Associate to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for assembling, testing, and inspecting electro-mechanical components and systems in accordance with engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards. This role is critical to ensure the reliability and performance of our products.
What You Will Do - Perform system and sub-assembly level electronic component and small gauge wire builds, which may involve tasks such as soldering, crimping, routing, and connecting wires according to engineering schematics, work instructions, or technical specifications.
- Upgrades and repairs in accordance with assembly instructions and MIL-standard drawings to ensure compliance with military specifications and quality standards.
- Follow written and verbal directions, as well as read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, wire lists, and connector pin-outs for complex assemblies.
- Mechanical and electrical assembly of complex Navy shipboard assemblies, including various types of populated chassis, through-hole circuit card assemblies (CCAs), and component board assemblies.
- Conduct visual inspections and functional tests on assembled units to ensure compliance with engineering specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area by adhering to all safety protocols and company policies.
- Perform in a fabrication and repair environment.
- Ability to stand, sit, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
- Ability to lift and move components weighing up to 35 pounds.
- Possess knowledge and understanding of IPC-A-620 wire and cable requirements, as well as J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 soldering standards.
- This is a 1st shift, onsite position.
Qualifications You Must Have - Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D in the US) or vocational/ technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
- Experience with electro-mechanical assembly techniques and tools
- Experience with engineering drawings
- U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
Qualifications We Prefer - Experience with Microsoft Office
- Experience a manufacturing or aerospace environment.
- Familiarity with IPC-A-620 wire and cable requirements, as well as J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 soldering standards.
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.
Relocation assistance not provided for this position. Learn More & Apply Now! 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.
The salary range for this role is $25-$28/hour. 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.
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.
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