Principal Mechanical Engineer - Tewksbury, MA (On-site)

Date Posted:

2025-03-06

Country:

United States of America

Location:

MA131: Tewksbury, MA Bldg 1 Assabet 50 Apple Hill Drive Assabet - Building 1, Tewksbury, MA, 01876 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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 Six Sigma 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 launcher systems, shelter systems, missile hardware, 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 to support Patriot Missile major components and sub-assemblies, including obsolescence upgrades, procurement and supplier support

This role is in Tewksbury, MA (On-site).

What You Will Do 

• Provide responses to supplier questions related to general design expectations and interpretation of the relevant specifications​.

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

• Ensure the suppliers are successful in completing major design and production reviews on schedule​.

• Support design specification development through production qualification and release including ensuring design is manufacturable

• Connect suppliers with Raytheon subject matter experts as required.

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

• Work with limited supervision and meet technical, schedule, and monetary commitments.

• 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.

• Drawing generation, drawing release, and drawing change incorporation

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of professional experience in Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering role.

• Experience with Pro/Engineer/CREO and/or similar modeling tools

• Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

• Experience using Computer Aided Design (CAD) tools

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

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience in engineering design, development and/or production support

• Previous experience with design reviews including preparation of chart decks, generating design artifacts for presenting to suppliers and customers

• Familiarity with Earn Value Management (EVMS)

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

• Strong CAD design experience (CREO, AutoCAD preferred)

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.

• Relocation Eligible

• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

• Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to th