Toolmaker Machinist- 1st Shift

Date Posted:

2026-05-14

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MA-ANDOVER-AN3 ~ 354 Lowell St ~ AN3 SUFFOLK BLDG

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: Confidential

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.  

Informally designs, develops, constructs, repairs, reworks and inspects all types of machines, tools, dies, fixtures, parts, and experimental and developmental work from verbal, written, video and computer instructions. Performs basic parts programming and modifications of more complex programs on CNC, DNC and CAD equipment.

*Starting Wage: $41.60*

*1st Shift – 6:00AM – 2:30PM – Andover, Massachusetts. This is onsite position.*

What you will do:

• Sets up and operates all machinery to perform a variety of machining, grinding, heat treating, brazing, soldering and welding on variety of materials. Fabricates replacement parts for production and non-production equipment.

• Plans layouts, procedures, machines, equipment, parts programs and setups to be used.

• Uses all types of shop mathematics, principles of mechanics and trigonometry.

• Selects tooling and fixturing methods to accommodate fabrication process.

• Calculates and sets machine feeds and speeds.

• Edits programs as necessary.

• Reviews new designs for producibility.

• Performs heat treat process.

• Deburrs parts utilizing all available methods.

• When practical, operates multiple machines simultaneously.

• Material movement.

• Marks and identifies parts as required.

• Utilizes precision inspection equipment.

• Performs general maintenance and housekeeping of workplace, tools and equipment.

• Maintains records, moves materials, and follows safety rules in performance of duties.

• Performs other similar duties as required or directed.

• Machines, Tools, and Equipment used, includes but not limited to: All computer numerical controlled (CNC), direct numerical controlled (DNC) and manual controlled machine tools required to perform any fabrication of fixtures, tooling, dies, and experimental and developmental sheet metal parts. CNC program equipment, computer aid design (CAD) stations, heat treat ovens, brazing, soldering and welding equipment, grinders, hardware installation equipment, precision inspection equipment and provides own personal hand tools of the trades.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in fixturing and/or tool & die fabrication.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• 4 years apprenticeship in machinist trade or equivalent.

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.

Please consider the following role type definitions 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.

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.

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