Mechanical Engineer II

Date Posted:

2026-08-14

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-TX-MCKINNEY-513PW ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ PW BLDG

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 Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.

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 Hardware Engineering Organization leads the mechanical hardware design, development and production of radar, sonar, torpedo, missile and combat system equipment. The mechanical team uses state-of the-art tools, processes, technology, and Raytheon’s CORE principles. The team’s capabilities encompass a broad range of technical disciplines which include engineering, manufacturing, technical services, materials, processes, analysis, test, and documentation.

The candidate will report directly to the Multi-Function RF Mechanical Section within the Tactical Radars and Land Based Effectors AUR (TRaLBEAUR) Department.   The Department provides mechanical and hardware systems engineering expertise and provides support across locations in California, Texas, and Massachusetts. The candidate will report directly to a Mechanical Design and Production Support section in the department.  The mechanical engineer position is to perform research, design, analysis, and development in such areas as mechanical systems, thermal systems, materials, test equipment, hardware processes, or manufacturing processes. The position is for the McKinney, Texas location.  This position is an onsite role, and the selected applicant will work with the hiring manager to set schedule.

What You Will Do

• Engineering Planning.
• Mechanical Engineering Design of Subassemblies and Equipment.
• Manufacturing Engineering and Hardware Development.
• Development and testing of mechanical and/or electro-mechanical systems.
• Commercial Off the Shelf (COTS) Hardware Integration.

Qualifications You Must Have  

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, Engineering Science, Physics, Math, or related (STEM) major obtained by start date.
• Experience with mechanical subsystems
• Experience in CAD software.

Previous intern experience within the aerospace and defense industry.
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.  

Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects

Qualifications We Prefer 

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; both verbal and written

• Ability to work in teams or independently, flexible, demonstrates initiative.

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 Eligibility

Learn More & Apply Now!

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 the development of our products.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of