Sr Eng, Mech Engrg

Date Posted:

2025-08-07

Country:

United States of America

Location:

AZ888: RMS AP Bldg 928 1151 East Hermans Road Building 928, Tucson, AZ, 85706 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

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

Security Clearance:

DoD Clearance: Secret

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.

The Air Launched Effectors Department is searching for a full time Sr Mechanical Engineer to assist and/or lead a multi-discipline team working on the design, development and/or production support of products and subsystems, for the purpose of giving the U.S. Air Force and our allies an unmatched advantage across every mission phase. From long-range surveillance sensors to command and control, to advanced air and ground effectors, we provide the technology required to keep the air domain secure. 

The primary work location will be on-site at the Raytheon Tucson office. Some travel may be required to meet and work with vendors and to support testing and other activities as needed. 

The Sr Mechanical Engineer will conduct design, integration, testing and/or production support of mechanical-focused hardware using computer-aided design, mechanical analyses, and consistent coordination and communication across teams to ensure success. This role may also include leading small teams in the completion of above tasks. 

What You Will Do: 

• While working under supervision of senior Engineering staff, recommend solutions to a wide range of technical problems related to the design, manufacture, integration, and production sustainment of various mechanical subsystems, including support in the engineering lab and the factory floor both at RMD and at suppliers. 

• Contributing to first article inspections, work instruction reviews, material dispositions, and root cause investigations to production issues. Decisions are data driven and require preparing technical justification analysis reports and presenting to a variety of Engineering Review Boards. 

• Performing mechanical design, development, and documentation of components, subassemblies, and major end items for defense system equipment in accordance with system requirements. 

• Interfacing with other engineering disciplines, non-technical disciplines, and suppliers to develop design solutions and resolve technical issues. 

The Sr Eng, Mech Engrg job is in Tucson, AZ and the position is onsite.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a Bachelor in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience. In absence of a degree, 9+ years of experience. An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for additional years of experience

• Experience in 3D CAD tools (modeling and drawing) 

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience within Defense and/or Aerospace Industry, typically 5-10+ years. 

• Advanced degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering. 

• Experience in engineering drawing practices and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) per ANSI Y14.5. 

• Ability to work in teams or independently; flexible, motivated and demonstrating initiative. 

• Experience in mechanical sub-systems packaging, materials, thermal, structural analysis, energetics principals, control systems, interconnect, airframe, or large assembly development. 

• Experience with RCCA, FMECA and DFMA practices. 

• Mechanical aptitude to provide solutions to a variety of technical problems of complex scope and complexity. 

• Ability to travel to suppliers, government, or other facilities in support of program activities. 

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.

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