Aerospace Mechanical Test Engineer I

RTX; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 57,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Eligibility

Job summary

RTX in Tucson, AZ is seeking a mechanical design engineer to join the Test Solutions Engineering team on-site. You will design, analyze, prototype, and implement advanced mechanical test fixtures and environmental test stations for defense systems across their lifecycle.

The role requires a STEM degree, hands-on CAD experience, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams. Occasional CONUS travel is possible; relocation is eligible for this role within the U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM obtained by start date.
• Experience with parametric 3D CAD to create 3D models, assemblies and drawings.
• Mechanical design experience via coursework, clubs, or projects.
• Experience may be from coursework, research, internships or projects.

Responsibilities

• Research, plan, and design custom mechanical test solutions for vibration, thermal, hydraulic, RF, and EO environments.
• Conceptualize and implement mechanical systems integrated with state-of-the-art test technologies.
• Create 3D assemblies and 2D drawings; ensure compliance with industry standards (ASME Y14/ISO GD&T).
• Integrate and validate test systems to meet accuracy, repeatability, and reliability goals.
• Assess production installations and work with engineering and manufacturing teams on design improvements.
• Travel: occasional CONUS; international or longer trips optional.

Skills

Parametric CAD

Mechanical design

Engineering documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM (Science/Tech/Engineering/Math)

Tools

SolidWorks

PTC Creo

Autodesk Inventor

CATIA

Siemens NX

Job description

RTX in Tucson, AZ is seeking a mechanical design engineer to join the Test Solutions Engineering team on-site. You will design, analyze, prototype, and implement advanced mechanical test fixtures and environmental test stations for defense systems across their lifecycle.

The role requires a STEM degree, hands-on CAD experience, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams. Occasional CONUS travel is possible; relocation is eligible for this role within the U.S.