ADGE Senior Mechanical Drafting Checker (On-Site)

Date Posted:

2026-01-28

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB1 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ ASSABET BLDG

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

What You Will Do *

Department Overview:

The Air Defense Ground Equipment Mechanical Design Department is responsible for the mechanical design, development, and integration of critical defense platform systems. This includes radar and communications shelters, electronic subsystems, launchers, hardware integration, and system interconnects.

We are currently seeking a motivated and driven Senior Mechanical Drafting Checker to join our MCAD Team within our Ground Equipment Design Department. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of technical expertise, mechanical hardware design experience, system integration skills, and a strong background in program execution and production support. As a key contributor on a mechanical or cross-functional engineering team, you will be responsible for the checking of redlines and drafting component and assembly modeling, documentation, design changes, and release processes.

What You Will Learn

Role is an On-Site role in Tewksbury, MA

What You Will Do, but are not limited to:

Perform mechanical design checks, and checking of documentation of components, sub-assemblies, and major end items for defense system equipment in accordance with system requirements.

Lead small mechanical or cross functional engineering team as the technical focal point within an integrated product team environment.

Support the factory and suppliers with product integration domestically.

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

Work with limited supervision and meet commitments for assigned schedule, financial, and technical goals.

Apply knowledge and experience in technical problem solving and hardware development in a fast paced, team environment.

Mentor and guide less experienced engineers.

Understand Raytheon Process and Procedures to be applied to our drawing release processes.

Qualifications You Must Have

6+ years of experience in a Mechanical Engineering role with minimum 4 years designing and developing mechanical equipment.

Extensive background in mechanical design, development, material selection, or manufacturing processes

Experience with CAD design tools or associated product data management tools.

Experience in the tools of CREO, AutoCAD, and Raster

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Experience in the tools of Mentor, Inventor, Firmware, and Solidworks

Excellent communication, technical writing, presentation, and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of MIL-STD-31000, ASME Y14.24, ASME Y14.100

ASME Y14.5 GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) experience

Experience with Windchill PDM or similar product data management tool

Desire and ability to work in a fast-paced production environment

Demonstrated team player, self-driven leader with excellent collaboration skills

Required Education (including Major):

BS in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field

Learn More & Apply Now

RTX Corporation 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 Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 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, VA.

Typically requires:

A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3