Senior Mechanical Engineer
RTX· Defense· Oct 9, 2026 · 18d ago
Plano, TX
Hybrid
Full-time
Senior
$137K–$186K est.
5+ years exp
Job description
Date Posted:
2026-10-09 Country:
United States of America Location:
US-TX-PLANO-465 ~ 465 Independence Pkwy ~ INDEPENDENCE 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: Top 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.
Raytheon is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to provide design engineering and integration/test support on a key airborne sensor product development effort in our North Texas location. We are looking for self-starting candidates to perform mechanical design and documentation of electro-mechanical assemblies, coordinate with and visit suppliers throughout the US, and support our manufacturing facility in Forest, MS. The candidate is expected to follow established procedures and instructions while working closely with program and functional leadership to ensure the overall design goals are met. This effort is of high visibility and importance to the company and the defenders of this nation. The position resides in the Hardware Mechanical Engineering Airborne Sensor RF Design Department.
What You Will Do:
Perform mechanical design and documentation for antennas, RF sensors, electronics, and supporting sub‑systems.
Utilize PTC Creo Parametric CAD and apply GD&T principles for design documentation and fabrication.
Follow established procedures while collaborating closely with program and functional leadership to meet design objectives.
Develop technical solutions to a wide range of complex mechanical engineering problems.
Oversee mechanical outlines, construction details, connector selection, mechanical/assembly drawings, and elements of the technical data package.
Work with minimal supervision, exercising significant latitude in determining technical approaches and solutions.
Coordinate frequently with IPTL, Program Management, and external personnel.
Travel periodically to suppliers and other sites to support programs.
Qualifications You Must Have:
Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) or a minimum of 5 years’ prior relevant experience, to include any combination of the following: experience with the design and manufacturing of electronics packaging for military and aerospace applications; experience with GD&T, ANSI drawing standards, first‑order analysis techniques; and experience with PTC Creo MCAD software and drawing standards.
Ability to obtain a U.S. government issued Top Secret security clearance is required after the start date.
Qualifications We Prefer:
Knowledge of materials, fabrication methods, and mechanical fabrication/assembly drawings.
Six (6) or more years of experience designing and testing electronics packaging for military or aerospace applications.
CREO surfacing experience and strong overall mechanical engineering expertise.
Ability to provide technical guidance to junior engineers and operate effectively in dynamic environments with evolving requirements.
Strong technical aptitude, analytical skills, and excellent written/oral communication.
Experience with PRISM, SAP, CMES, or similar production documentation systems.
Experience developing or implementing Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs).
What We Offer:
Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
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This position requires a 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: state.gov
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 whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.
The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.
Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.
This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.
RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.
RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.
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