Lead Facilities Technician – Plumbing (ONSITE - Goleta CA)

Date Posted:

2026-07-09

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CA-GOLETA-B05 ~ 6875 Cortona Dr ~ BLDG B05

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 certain necessary systems.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At RTX, the world's 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. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The following position is to join our RTX Enterprise Services Facilities Team: 

RTX has an opening for a Lead Facilities Technician – Plumbing (Lead Tech, Facilities) position responsible for reliable and consistent operation of building systems for mechanical rooms, offices, labs, clean rooms, and support areas. 

Exciting Opportunity!

• Water Scrubbers
• Boilers
• Compressors
• Vacuum Pumps
• Hydronic Piping and Domestic Waste and Water

What You Will do:

• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on HVAC units, motors, water pumps, scrubbers and other facilities equipment; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
• Responsible for performing a wide range of tasks, including installation, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of production and facilities equipment.
• Lead compliance with safety standards and supports predictive and preventative maintenance programs as well as the execution of small-scale projects, all aimed at achieving the sites operational goals and business objectives.
• Lifting of 40-50 lbs required for this position.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Minimum of 8+ years’ of applicable experience gained in a corporate facilities maintenance or other industrial setting and an AS/AA degree or other 2 year post High school education, training or certification in lieu of Associates degree.
• Lifting of 40-50 lbs physical abilities requirement for this position.
• 5+ years’ experience with Plumbing and process piping process with strong trouble shooting skills to include general knowledge of water scrubbers and domestic and industrial water.
• 5+ years’ experience working on large air/water cooled chillers, servicing and repairing environmental-control systems associated with mechanical systems as well as performing other maintenance-related tasks, such as troubleshooting and maintaining pump systems, compressed air, vacuum systems, cooling towers and the associated systems involved with their operation
• 5+ years’ experience working with water distribution systems such as Pumps and RO’s
• Active California state driver’s license.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Work within OSHA and RTX safety policies and procedures, as applicable, to ensure that safety is the highest priority in the workplace
• General knowledge and concept of small hand tools and usage
• Familiarity with MS Office Business Suite applications.
• Ability to work from manuals, blueprints, drawings, layouts, wiring diagrams, or other specifications and provide support and assistance to technicians/colleagues for various tasks as needed.
• Experience with building automation and control programs.

Learn More & Apply Now!​

Role Type: On site

Eligible candidates must reside near the RTX hub in Goleta Ca

• 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.

What We Offer

Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement 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.

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.

The salary range for this role is 66,000 USD - 125,400 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.

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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