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At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.
Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.
Raytheon in El Segundo, CA seeks an Optical Engineer willing to apply their interest, training, and knowledge to optical design, analysis, assembly, integration, and test. Our Space Optics Department develops optical imaging telescopes, spectrometers, sensors, and special test equipment. We own all aspects of the optical design to field innovative sensor solutions that meet the mission needs.
What You Will Do
Optical design and tolerancing, optics requirement generation and procurement, creating alignment and test plans, and hands-on assembly, integration, and test.
Optical design and analysis with Zemax, CodeV, FRED, and/or Matlab.
Optical requirements derivation and drawing generation.
Procurement of custom optics and supplier oversight.
Hands-on assembly and alignment of optical sensors in cleanrooms.
Optical testing and troubleshooting in lab and field environments.
Work in both a collaborative environment and as an individual contributor with minimal supervision, depending on the needs of the project.
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Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience.
Experience with optical design/analysis and CAD software.
Experience with optical alignment and measurement equipment.
Qualifications We Prefer
Experience with optical design in Zemax or CodeV.
Experience performing straylight analysis in FRED.
Experience fabricating optics and coatings.
Experience building and aligning optical assemblies.
Experience designing opto-mechanical hardware in CREO.
Advanced degree in Optics, Physics, Engineering or Mathematics.
What We Offer
A total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.
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, Innovation, and Safety.
Relocation assistance available.
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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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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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About RTX
Aerospace & Defense10,001+Founded 2020
RTX is a global aerospace and defense company that develops advanced technologies and systems for commercial, military, and government customers through its three business units: Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon.
