Wire Bonder

• Class 7 Clean Room Facility

Date Posted: 2026-01-15
Country: United States of America
Location: US-CA-GOLETA-B08 ~ 44 Castilian Dr ~ BLDG B08
Position Role Type: Onsite

Employment Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
• Security Clearance: None/Not Required

About the Role

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 have an opening for a Wire Bonder in our Class 7 Clean Room Facility in Goleta, California, that is involved in the packaging of IR detectors for high-reliability space, military, and commercial applications. We need a skilled electro-mechanical technician in support of a variety of programming processes as assigned by management. Will be working with critical dewars and subassemblies.

This is a second shift position on site in Goleta CA. The shift typically runs from 3 pm to 11: 30 pm Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities

• Must be able to work extended periods of time in an environmentally controlled area (cleanroom)
• Technicians are required to communicate in English and must be able to understand written and verbal instructions in English
• The ability to use a computer to access work instructions, perform data entry, and complete on-line training is required
• You must wear company provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and strictly follow all safety-related processes, procedures, and protocols
• Tasks may require the ability to push a cart, extend arms above shoulder height, and be able to visually inspect small parts
• Tasks may include working with chemicals (epoxies, adhesives, solvents, etc.) and following rigorous disciplined methodologies and instructions

Required Qualifications

• 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 4 years of relevant experience
• Minimum of four years relevant experience in manufacturing or operations
• Experience using general lab equipment like microscopes and small hand-held tools (tweezers, screwdrivers, etc.)
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using manual or automated wire bonders or tab bonders as well as pull testing equipment
• Previous experience working in a cleanroom, around ESD sensitive parts
• Experience with FOD and FOD reduction methods

Benefits

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.

Additional Information

• Relocation assistance is not provided for this position
• 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

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

About RTX

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.