Principal Mech Engineer - SL - Andover, MA

Date Posted:

2025-08-06

Country:

United States of America

Location:

MA101: Andover MA 350 Lowell St Essex 350 Lowell Street Essex, Andover, MA, 01810 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 Raytheon Mechanical Engineering (ME) Organization leads the mechanical hardware design, development and production of radar, sonar, torpedo, and combat system equipment. The ME Team uses state-of the-art tools, processes, technology, and Raytheon’s CORE principles. ME’s capabilities encompass a broad range of technical disciplines which include engineering, manufacturing, technical services, materials, processes, analysis, test, and documentation.

The Air Defense Ground Equipment (ADGE) Department leads mechanical design, development, and integration of platform systems. This includes shelter systems, hardware integration, cable & interconnections, as well as facility development, and site integration. The department is comprised of individuals with technical expertise and experience in hardware design, integration, and production support.

The ADGE department is looking for a full-time Principal Mechanical Engineer – Team Lead, located in Andover, MA.

The Section Leader is responsible for management of the engineering staff supporting design and development of the Patriot Radar shelters major components, infrastructure and sub-assemblies, including obsolescence upgrades, procurement and supplier support.

They and their direct reports will support the design, equipment integration, major end item development, vendor support, and sustainment of the existing equipment. The individual will support and lead multi-disciplined engineering teams and provide mechanical solutions and services across all program phases including proposal development. Areas of focus can encompass development of next generation Patriot Radar shelters, design development for existing shelter components an sub-assemblies, transition to production, product support, vendor oversight, and field upgrades.

This is an onsite role.

Responsibilities to Anticipate: 

• Served as the liaison to the programs and Integrated Product Teams concerning staffing assignments, forecasting, and resource allocation.

• Oversee technical performance of individual contributors and engineering leads.

• Responsible for employee technical development, leadership development, mentoring, motivating, training, and recognition.

• Conduct performance reviews and support recruitment and retention efforts.

• Provide guidance on Raytheon expectations for design rigor, level of TDP & MDP documentation required, typical analysis approach, and other similar topics.

• Represent Radar Shelter section in PDR, CDR, including ensuring design is manufacturable.

• Mentor and train the new engineers by providing technical guidance and project support throughout the product life cycle.

• Work with Radar IPT, suppliers and Raytheon subject matter experts as required to resolve any design and production issues.

• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines, non-technical disciplines, and suppliers to develop robust design solutions and resolve technical challenges.

• Lead and participate in design peer reviews and conduct trade studies to promote sound technical decisions.

• Apply knowledge and experience in technical problem solving and hardware development in an engaged team environment.

• Experience with leading a team for Drawing generation, drawing release, and drawing change incorporation.

• Support the factory and suppliers with product integration domestically and internationally.

• Meet commitments for assigned schedule, financial, and technical goals.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical degree.

• 8 years of exp