Senior Mechanical Engineer - Electronic Packaging

Date Posted:

2026-04-08

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CA-EL SEGUNDO-R01 ~ 2000 E Imperial Hwy ~ BLDG R01

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

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 Airborne Radar Design Department is currently seeking a Sr. Mechanical Engineer for the Radar Antenna Design Section in El Segundo, CA.  The person in this position will be involved in electronics packaging design for Airborne Radar Subsystems including Receiver, Exciter, Processor and Power Supply subsystems. Tasks will include mechanical engineering support throughout the hardware life cycle, including concept development, preliminary and detail design, familiarity with precision machining techniques, transition to production, production support and installation. Typical technologies include electronic enclosures, thermal heat exchangers (coldwalls), machined components, RF microwave assemblies, and power converter units, all with challenging design constraints including Size, Weight, Power, and design to Cost.

What You Will Do:

• Provide technical support on major programs and interface with Lead Mechanical Engineers and Chief Engineers to support design objectives.
• Lead small project teams through design development and will be expected to ensure that the established procedures are followed in the creation of technical data packages while meeting all program design objectives.  
• Work from requirements to develop unit design concepts and perform design trades. Responsible for developing technical solutions to a wide range of complex problems. 
• Complete detailed layouts and design documentation using Computer Aided Design tools.
• Provide support to suppliers who are fabricating the unit components and assemblies.

Qualifications You Must Have:

Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) degree or a minimum of 5 years’ prior relevant experience, to include any combination of the following: 

• Experience with ANSI drawing standards.
• Experience with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerances).
• Experience with electronic packaging

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Proficiency in RF principles, RF circuit card design, RF materials, manufacturing and producibility.
• Design experience in high-frequency environments, enclosure design, EMI shielding, and thermal management.
• Proficiency with CREO (Pro/E) or similar 3D solid modeling software.
• Experience with VME, VITA and SOSA open architecture standards
• Experience with high-speed VPX technology
• Experience with embedded processing technology
• Exposure to manufacturing processes for CCAs, metal housings, and brazements, or experience in a manufacturing and assembly support role.
• Strong technical background with high technical aptitude.
• Advanced degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering.
• Prior experience in Defense or Aerospace
• Antenna Mechanical Design Experience
• Possess active security clearance

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Learn More & Apply Now!

This position requires security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm