Entry level chemical engineering [h1.location_city]

Date Posted : 2026-01-23

Country :

United States of America

Location :

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-108 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 108

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

Raytheon Company, Managed by Collins Aerospace

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology. Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

We are seeking problem solvers, creative thinkers, and collaborative, disciplined, andself-motivated engineers to join our Microelectronics Engineering Group, a subgroup within Applied Research & Technology (ART). Within ART, we develop and build communication and avionics electronic solutions. Our team is seeking a motivated and experienced Process Engineer for this role. The engineer in this position will lead the development and sustainment of electroplating modules and will support in-line and end-of-line data analytics across Z-Fab technology. Z-Fab is our Collins Microelectronics process, used to create wafer-scale, 3D passive, thick-metal components.

This position will support our Cedar Rapids, IA location.

What You Will Do :

This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and sustaining all electroplating processes

Responsible for developing and transferring processes to the operations group

The engineer is expected to document process details and drive the continuous improvement of the process capability index (CpK) across all electroplating modules

Responsible for the development of fabrication processes for the next generation of products

The engineer's focus will be on Collins' Z-Fab 3D micro-scale fabrication manufacturing capability

Qualifications You Must Have :

Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree and a minimum of 3 years' experience

U.S. Citizen - U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program / contract

Must have experience with microfabrication electroplating process

Understanding of the fundamentals of data analytics, statistics, and Design of Experiments (DOE)

Qualifications We Prefer :

Prefer PhD in science, technology or engineering, with experience in semiconductor electroplating and data analytics

Experience working in microelectronic fabrication environment.

Understanding wafer characterization techniques and end-of-line (EOL) failure mechanisms

Understanding statistical process control (SPC) and metrology

Design and develop mechanical tooling for microelectronic devices.

Demonstrated ability to plan and manage projects, troubleshoot problems, identify root causes, and implement creative corrective actions

An active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is preferred prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

What We Offer :

Some of our competitive benefits package includes :

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees

Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option

Tuition reimbursement program

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Optional coverages you can buy : pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection

Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits

Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning

Adoption Assistance

Autism Benefit

Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions

Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program

Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits

Bright Horizons, child and elder care services

Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program

And more!

• Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to 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.

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other propel us all higher, again and again.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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.